The massive success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge has not only been a box-office success but has also sparked a conversation about the nature of modern cinema. Rakesh Bedi, who is a key part of the film’s ensemble, recently spoke out about the propaganda debate around the movie. In an exclusive chat with NDTV, he didn’t hold back, even taking an indirect swipe at Kangana Ranaut’s 2025 biopic, Emergency. Addressing the labels being attached to the film, Bedi dismissed claims that it carries a specific political agenda. He explained that the audience’s verdict is the only thing that truly matters. He said, “I don’t believe in politics. I think it’s the cinema… Everybody has the right to like or dislike a film. But I don’t think it’s right to put a film into some kind of a category… That it’s pro-establishment or anti-establishment. The verdict is that people are loving it.” 

He further highlighted the difference between Dhurandhar: The Revenge and other recent political films that failed to make a mark, specifically referencing the poor performance of Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency. Without naming the actress directly, Bedi mentioned, “Recently, there was a film on Indira Gandhi and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi, these films didn’t run for even two days. Dhurandhar’s writing, screenplay is great. People haven’t seen a film of this scale being mounted ever.”

Bedi described the current atmosphere around the release as a mad frenzy unlike anything he has witnessed in his career. He mentioned that the expectations were high, but the reality has surpassed them, with shows running round the clock. He added, “I’ve never seen something like this in my career at least. Many people have not seen this kind of a frenzy, madness, and euphoria for a film.”

Dhurandhar: The Revenge has already made history by becoming the first Bollywood film to cross the Rs 100 crore nett mark in a single day. 

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Following the monumental success of Hanu-Man in 2024 and Mirai in 2025, Teja Sajja has firmly established himself as a rising star in Telugu cinema. He is quickly emerging as a talent to watch out for. The young actor is now ready to pivot from the silver screen to the digital space. He is set to host the Telugu adaptation of the global hit reality series The Traitors on Prime Video.

This move comes at an opportune time. It aligns with the Zombie Reddy actor’s desire to explore high-quality streaming content and connect with a wider, more diverse audience. Having played grounded yet larger-than-life roles on the big screen, this small-screen outing is expected to test his spontaneity and charm. Announcing the show, the streaming platform stated: “Following its record-breaking success in Hindi, the smash-hit global format arrives. Featuring 20 celebrities and hosted by a young, modern-day superstar, it’s time for Traitors Telugu—the ultimate game of betrayal where only the shrewdest survive.”

The Traitors is a psychological game built on strategy, trust, and deception, and has already become a sensation across multiple countries. By stepping into the role of host, the Oh! Baby and Adbhutam actor is taking on a dynamic new challenge. Teja has previously expressed his desire to be part of films that families can watch together “without feeling conscious.” He views OTT as a platform where such family-friendly, culturally rooted stories can find a “permanent home” for repeat viewing, especially among younger audiences. However, The Traitors is far from traditional—it promises to push boundaries and offer him a chance to explore a completely different space.

Teja Sajja began his journey as a child artist before transitioning into lead roles. Over the years, he has built strong relationships within the industry. Given Prime Video’s scale, the show is expected to feature a prominent celebrity lineup.

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