Vishal Bhardwaj, known for directing films like Haider, has landed in controversy after liking a social media post that compared viewers of the film Dhurandhar to supporters of Nazi Germany. The post featured a famous image of August Landmesser, who is known for refusing to salute Adolf Hitler, and implied that those who watched Dhurandhar were akin to Nazis. This sparked strong reactions online, with some users defending Bhardwaj's right to express his views while others criticized him for endorsing such a comparison. Mixed reactions emerged on platforms like Reddit, where some users argued that filmmakers should be free to express their opinions, while others pointed out the scrutiny and bullying faced by critics of films in India. Meanwhile, Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar, has achieved significant commercial success, grossing over ₹1000 crore worldwide. The film will be available on JioHotstar, with a reported deal of ₹150 crore for its streaming rights.