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Emraan Hashmi Champions Success Amid 'Dhurandhar' Controversy

1/11/2026

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Emraan Hashmi (actor) is set to lead Netflix's Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web.
He defends the controversial Dhurandhar, which he says he has not seen.
Hashmi criticizes the industry’s negative mentality toward successful films, calling for celebration of commercial success.
Dhurandhar has become highest-grossing Hindi film but faces backlash over propaganda and India-Pakistan themes.
Hrithik Roshan (actor) distances himself from the film’s politics amid ongoing debates and a Middle East ban.

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Story summary

Emraan Hashmi (actor) is set to lead Netflix's Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web.
He defends the controversial Dhurandhar, which he says he has not seen.
Hashmi criticizes the industry’s negative mentality toward successful films, calling for celebration of commercial success.
Dhurandhar has become highest-grossing Hindi film but faces backlash over propaganda and India-Pakistan themes.
Hrithik Roshan (actor) distances himself from the film’s politics amid ongoing debates and a Middle East ban.