Actor Saumya Tandon praised director Aditya Dhar for "Dhurandhar's" success, stating he "did Indian cinema a favour" by breaking industry formulas. Tandon highlighted Dhar's commitment to storytelling over familiar faces and predictable plots, emphasizing that strong content, as proven by the film's Rs 700-crore box office run, ultimately resonates with audiences. She believes Dhar's approach encourages more filmmakers to prioritize fresh narratives.