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Aditya Dhar reveals he was reluctant to work with this Dhurandhar crew member
Aditya Dhar reveals he was reluctant to work with this Dhurandhar crew member: ‘She’s arrogant, too expensive…’
Aditya Dhar reveals he was reluctant to work with this Dhurandhar crew member: ‘She’s arrogant, too expensive…’
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar took to Instagram to pen a note for Preetisheel Singh, the makeup artist who worked on Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar 2.
Apr 10, 2026, 10:57:30 IST By Sugandha Rawal Share via Copy link Filmmaker Aditya Dhar is taking a trip down memory lane as he revisits his journey on the Dhurandhar franchise, led by Ranveer Singh. In a candid confession, the director has shared that he was initially reluctant to work with a particular crew member after hearing they “arrogant” and “too expensive” feedback. At the moment, Aditya Dhar is basking in the appreciation coming his way for his film franchise Dhurandhar.Aditya’s special note for Dhurandhar crew member
Aditya took to Instagram to pen a note for Preetisheel Singh, the makeup and prosthetics artist who worked on Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar 2. He admitted that although he had come across a few negative remarks about her, which initially made him hesitant to collaborate, his reservations quickly disappeared once he met her in person. “Here’s to Preetisheel, my Sardarni sister from Pathankot. Mera Sher. When I first heard her name, I’ll be honest, I was hesitant. There were all these opinions floating around, “she’s arrogant,” “she’s too expensive,” “she only does prestige projects.” And then I met her. In that one meeting, all of it just fell apart,” Aditya wrote. The director continued, “It reminded me of something I’ve learned the hard way in this industry: never build your truth on borrowed opinions. More often than not, they come from a place that has nothing to do with the person you’re about to meet. What I found in Preeti was not just an artist of extraordinary ability but a deeply warm, grounded and fiercely loving human being.” “The laughter we shared in the middle of madness, the long conversations about life, the endless hours spent obsessing over every character, those are memories I will carry with me for the rest of my life. There was something about her presence, that beautiful, reassuring smile, that made even the most impossible days feel manageable. And then there was her constant voice in my ear, lifting me up in ways I didn’t even know I needed,” he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aditya Dhar (@adityadharfilms) According to Aditya, what she and her team pulled off on this film is nothing “short of extraordinary”. He wrote, “When most of the crew was waking up, they were already on set. And when everyone wrapped, they were still there. Running on barely 2–3 hours of sleep, day after day, with a kind of relentless focus that you rarely witness. No complaints. No noise. Just pure commitment to the vision. There were more than a hundred character designs across both parts (some extremely complicated ones like Nawab Shafiq and Bade Saab). Thousands of faces shaped, aged, transformed. An army of nearly 20,000 junior artists brought to life through detail, texture and truth. But beyond the numbers, what stays with me is the intent.” Aditya notes for Preeti, it was never about “looks.” “It was always about people. About making sure every character, no matter how small, felt real, lived-in and honest. She treated each face with respect, as if it had a story worth telling. That’s rare,” he added. Aditya continued the praise in his comment section, revealing that Preeti is not just my HOD. “She’s family. A constant in my life, in cinema and beyond. Preeti, thank you for standing by me, for believing in me when I couldn’t see it myself and for pouring your heart into Dhurandhar the way you did. And this is just the beginning for us. Love, always,” he mentioned.Dhurandhar makes it big
At the moment, Aditya is basking in the appreciation coming his way for Dhurandhar. The first part was released in December 2025 and became a blockbuster, grossing over ₹1300 crore worldwide. The second part, titled Dhurandhar The Revenge, was released on March 19. It took a bumper opening of ₹145 crore and has so far collected over ₹1047 crore in India and over ₹1600 crore worldwide. Dhurandhar focused on Ranveer Singh’s character, Hamza, infiltrating the terror networks based in Lyari. The film’s sequel delves into the origins of Ranveer Singh’s character, Hamza aka Jaskirat Singh Rangi, revealing the motivations behind his mission. The film also takes the story forward, showing him taking control of the power dynamics in Lyari while working to dismantle a terror network in Pakistan that threatens India. The spy thriller stars Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, R. Madhavan and Sanjay Dutt in key roles. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Sugandha Rawal Sugandha Rawal has been writing about entertainment and lifestyle for over 13 years, and if there's one thing that's kept her going, it's a genuine love for storytelling. She completed her graduation in Journalism from the University of Delhi and went on to earn her Master of Media from IP University. Beginning her career in the fast-paced environment of news wire reporting, she learned the art of accuracy, speed, and storytelling under pressure. She later expanded her horizons in print journalism, where she honed her feature-writing skills and developed a keen eye for detail and narrative depth. These days, she's firmly rooted in digital journalism, adapting and evolving with a media landscape that never sits still. Over the years, Sugandha has covered everything from Bollywood and celebrity culture to wellness trends and lifestyle shifts. She enjoys spotting the drama behind headlines, the emotion behind interviews, and the details that others might miss. When she is not chasing the latest entertainment update or lifestyle trend, you will find her observing the cultural shifts that shape the stories we consume every day.Read More Aditya Ranveer Singh Aditya Dhar Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crickit, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Infographics & much more. Explore now!.Get more updates from Bollywood, Taylor Swift, Hollywood, Music and Web Series along with Latest Entertainment News at Hindustan Times. Home / Entertainment / Bollywood / Aditya Dhar Reveals He Was Reluctant To Work With This Dhurandhar Crew Member: ‘She’s Arrogant, Too Expensive…’ See Less
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar is taking a trip down memory lane as he revisits his journey on the Dhurandhar franchise, led by Ranveer Singh. In a candid confession, the director has shared that he was initially reluctant to work with a particular crew member after hearing they “arrogant” and “too expensive” feedback.
“Here’s to Preetisheel, my Sardarni sister from Pathankot. Mera Sher. When I first heard her name, I’ll be honest, I was hesitant. There were all these opinions floating around, “she’s arrogant,” “she’s too expensive,” “she only does prestige projects.” And then I met her. In that one meeting, all of it just fell apart,” Aditya wrote.
The director continued, “It reminded me of something I’ve learned the hard way in this industry: never build your truth on borrowed opinions. More often than not, they come from a place that has nothing to do with the person you’re about to meet. What I found in Preeti was not just an artist of extraordinary ability but a deeply warm, grounded and fiercely loving human being.”
“The laughter we shared in the middle of madness, the long conversations about life, the endless hours spent obsessing over every character, those are memories I will carry with me for the rest of my life. There was something about her presence, that beautiful, reassuring smile, that made even the most impossible days feel manageable. And then there was her constant voice in my ear, lifting me up in ways I didn’t even know I needed,” he added.
According to Aditya, what she and her team pulled off on this film is nothing “short of extraordinary”. He wrote, “When most of the crew was waking up, they were already on set. And when everyone wrapped, they were still there. Running on barely 2–3 hours of sleep, day after day, with a kind of relentless focus that you rarely witness. No complaints. No noise. Just pure commitment to the vision. There were more than a hundred character designs across both parts (some extremely complicated ones like Nawab Shafiq and Bade Saab). Thousands of faces shaped, aged, transformed. An army of nearly 20,000 junior artists brought to life through detail, texture and truth. But beyond the numbers, what stays with me is the intent.”
Aditya notes for Preeti, it was never about “looks.” “It was always about people. About making sure every character, no matter how small, felt real, lived-in and honest. She treated each face with respect, as if it had a story worth telling. That’s rare,” he added.
Aditya continued the praise in his comment section, revealing that Preeti is not just my HOD.
“She’s family. A constant in my life, in cinema and beyond. Preeti, thank you for standing by me, for believing in me when I couldn’t see it myself and for pouring your heart into Dhurandhar the way you did. And this is just the beginning for us. Love, always,” he mentioned.
Dhurandhar focused on Ranveer Singh’s character, Hamza, infiltrating the terror networks based in Lyari. The film’s sequel delves into the origins of Ranveer Singh’s character, Hamza aka Jaskirat Singh Rangi, revealing the motivations behind his mission. The film also takes the story forward, showing him taking control of the power dynamics in Lyari while working to dismantle a terror network in Pakistan that threatens India.
The spy thriller stars Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, R. Madhavan and Sanjay Dutt in key roles.
Source: HindustanTimes
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