Kangana Ranaut has credited the Dhurandhar franchise for breathing new life into the Indian film industry, calling it a much-needed reset at a time when Bollywood was struggling to stay relevant.



Speaking about the success of the Dhurandhar: The Revenge , the actor said the film has reignited audience interest and bridged the gap between cinema and viewers.



“The film industry, in a way, was becoming disconnected from the country. Audience participation had declined, studios were depleting, and people didn't want to watch these films anymore. South Indian films received a greater entry and much recognition, especially because of their culture-focused content and regionally relevant stories,” Kangana told ANI.



'People want to see their own stories'Highlighting the massive box office success of the franchise, she added that films rooted in relatable narratives are what audiences are gravitating towards.



“With such relevant films, people want to watch them. The country has identified such films. You can see how the film has done an amazing business as people wanted to see their own stories. Dhurandhar has revived the film industry and gave a new hope,” she stated.