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Saumya Tandon Reveals She Slapped Akshaye Khanna for Real on Dhurandhar Set at Director’s Insistence

The behind-the-scenes note highlights Aditya Dhar’s push for authenticity during the film’s strong box-office run.

Overview

  • Posting on December 21, Saumya Tandon shared behind-the-scenes photos and reflections on a pivotal early scene from Dhurandhar.
  • She wrote that she delivered a real slap to co-star Akshaye Khanna during his close-up after director Aditya Dhar insisted on authenticity.
  • Tandon added that her emotional close-up for the moment was completed in a single take.
  • She thanked audiences for the outpouring of praise for her introduction in the film and lauded Khanna’s artistry, saying their on-camera chemistry clicked immediately.
  • Released on December 5, the Aditya Dhar–directed spy thriller has posted strong box-office results, and a second part is slated for March 19, 2026.