Rakesh Bedi shares surprising details about his experience working with Ranveer Singh in Aditya Dhar’s film Dhurandhar, and also how he felt after sharing screen space with Akshaye Khanna and Sara Arjun.
Published: December 20, 2025 9:56 AM IST
Rakesh Bedi is currently enjoying a strong moment in his career as Dhurandhar, helmed by Aditya Dhar, continues its phenomenal run at the box office. The actor, who plays Pakistani politician Jameel Jamali in the film, admits that the overwhelming response came as a surprise to the entire team. While success stories are often predicted in hindsight, Bedi believes cinema has its own destiny and no formula can guarantee such massive acceptance from audiences.
The success that took everyone by sheer surprise
Speaking about the film’s performance, Rakesh Bedi shared that no one involved expected Dhurandhar to resonate on this scale. According to him, every film comes with its own fate, and several factors contribute to its success. The response, he feels, is a reminder that audiences ultimately decide what works, regardless of expectations or projections.
What did Rakesh Bedi say about Ranveer Singh?
Bedi was all praise for Ranveer Singh and described working with him as deeply fulfilling. He said, “I was all praise for Ranveer Singh. Working with him was deeply fulfilling. Although we had never met before, Dhurandhar Ranveer was familiar with my work and had grown up watching my shows and films. That admiration translated into genuine excitement on set. Our scenes were built on mutual respect and understanding, not just as co-actors but also as individuals. This comfort helped bring authenticity to our performances.”
Akshaye Khanna and Sara Arjun add their own spark
After Ranveer, Bedi also spoke warmly about Akshaye Khanna, calling their interactions intellectually stimulating. The two often discussed theatre and cinema beyond the script, which helped deepen their on-screen chemistry. As for Sara Arjun, Bedi noted that while she was in awe of the cast, there was a quiet confidence about her that stood out. Despite her young age, she carried herself with maturity and focus on set.
The unknown secret for many
For those unaware, Rakesh Bedi had a brief appearance as an ISI agent in Aditya Dhar’s debut film Uri: The Surgical Strike. That role later became the foundation for his expanded character in Dhurandhar. Bedi shared that Aditya Dhar approached him last year with the idea of Jameel Jamali, a character with far more layers and menace. He even hinted that the character will turn darker in the sequel, giving him a chance to explore unfamiliar territory beyond comedy.
More about Dhurandhar
Dhurandhar has collected Rs 483 crore in India so far and has crossed Rs 700 crore worldwide, making it the third-highest grossing film of 2025. The film also features R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Gaurav Gera, Danish Pandor, Saumya Tandon and Naveen Kaushik in crucial roles.
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