Congress MP Imran Masood criticizes Dhurandhar film

Congress MP Imran Masood has sharply criticized the film ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’. He called it nonsense that misleads people and glorifies decisions like demonetisation. Masood targeted PM Modi’s policies and cited Indira Gandhi as an example.

Saharanpur, March 19, 2026. Congress MP Imran Masood expressed strong objection to the film ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’. He stated, “Who will watch this nonsense?” and questioned who would believe it. Masood said the film misleads people. Referring to demonetisation, he claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision severely damaged the country’s economy. “The country had to suffer a lot,” he said. Masood questioned the film’s glorification of such events. He suggested showing positive examples, like former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s response to US President Nixon. Additionally, he accused PM Modi of standing with folded hands before US leader Donald Trump. Masood claimed Modi does this to save himself and industrialist Adani. He said the PM knows the country’s situation but takes such decisions due to compulsions. The statement has stirred political circles.

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