The much-anticipated sequel Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar, has once again grabbed attention—this time due to speculation surrounding the mysterious character Bade Saheb. A recent viral post on social media claimed that the role is being played by Emraan Hashmi, but closer scrutiny suggests otherwise.

The first film, Dhurandhar, received strong audience appreciation and left viewers intrigued by the suspenseful mention of Bade Saheb. Since then, the makers have deliberately kept details about the character and its casting under wraps, adding to the buzz around the sequel.

Viral Screenshot Sparks Confusion

Speculation intensified after a screenshot from the film-tracking platform Letterboxd went viral, showing Emraan Hashmi’s name listed in the cast of Dhurandhar 2. Many fans interpreted this as confirmation that the actor would be portraying Bade Saheb.

However, the claim appears unreliable. Letterboxd is a public, user-editable platform, meaning cast details can be added or altered by users without official verification. When the page was checked later, Emraan Hashmi’s name was no longer visible, suggesting the earlier listing may have been edited or fabricated.

No Official Confirmation Yet

So far, neither the filmmakers nor Emraan Hashmi have issued any statement confirming his involvement in the project. Even the page that initially showed his name has reportedly disappeared, further weakening the credibility of the viral claim.

Cast Names That Do Appear

The current cast information visible on Letterboxd for “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” includes Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Danish Pandor, and Gaurav Gera.

Director Aditya Dhar’s wife, actress Yami Gautam Dhar, is also listed, aligning with earlier reports suggesting she may be part of the sequel. However, the makers have yet to officially confirm her role as well.

Awaiting Official Word

With Dhurandhar 2 slated for release on March 19, fans will have to wait for an official announcement to know who truly plays the enigmatic Bade Saheb. Until then, viewers are advised to treat social-media casting claims with caution.