Dhurandhar Character Guide: Who plays what in Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller

Dhurandhar is one of the most-awaited films of 2025 that has been garnering a lot of attention ever since it was announced. The trailer and posters created so much hype, fans cannot wait for the film to be released. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the espionage thriller film features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, and others. Ahead of its December 5 release, here’s a quick look at who plays what in Dhurandhar. 

In Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh plays the main character, reportedly believed to be based on Major Mohit Sharma, the Ashok Chakra awardee. His character is introduced as The Wrath of God. Singh’s role is central to a high-risk intelligence mission that mixes action with patriotism.

Sanjay Dutt reportedly portrays SP Chaudhary Aslam. He is a tough, gun-toting police officer with a rugged appearance, a character based on a real-life Pakistani “encounter specialist”. He is also introduced by the codename The Jinn.

In Dhurandhar, R. Madhavan plays a top intelligence officer, who is widely believed to be inspired by India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval. His role is likely to feature significant physical transformations, serious demeanour, and a central character in the film’s high-stakes, action-packed plot. He is introduced as The Charioteer of Karma.

In Dhurandhar, Akshaye Khanna plays the main villain, a menacing crime lord known as Rehman Dakait, titled The Apex Predator. This role is inspired by the real-life criminal Sardar Abdul Rehman Baloch, the infamous head of a Karachi-based crime syndicate. Khanna’s character is set to be a formidable adversary to Ranveer Singh’s character as a ‘RAW’ agent.

Arjun Rampal portrays the role of Major Iqbal, a cold and ruthless ISI official (Pakistan’s intelligence agency). His character is being promoted as the Angel of Death and is reportedly inspired by real-life terrorist Ilyas Kashmiri.

Sara Arjun plays the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh. The character has sparked public discussion due to the age difference, but the trailer shows that audiences are also looking forward to her performance.

Dhurandhar is an Indian spy action thriller directed by Aditya Dhar, starring Ranveer Singh as an intelligence agent infiltrating a terror network in Pakistan’s Lyari region. The plot is inspired by a real-life covert operation conducted by India’s intelligence agencies.

Catch Dhurandhar in cinemas on December 5, 2025!