Vicky Kaushal and ‘Uri’ has NO CONNECTION to Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’; rumors shot down - Report

An incredible rumor making waves in Bollywood circles claims Vicky Kaushal will reprise his role from Aditya Dhar’s ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ in the director’s sequel to ‘Dhurandhar’. This buzz has fueled fan speculation about a shared cinematic universe alongside Ranveer Singh, despite swift denials from production insiders labelling it as baseless gossip.

Buzz of Vicky Kaushal being part of 'Dhurandhar 2' disproved

According to Bollywood Hungama, a person close to the director completely debunked the rumour. Vicky Kaushal and ‘Uri’ are not part of ‘Dhurandhar’. They don’t know where that comes from. They understand the curiosity and excitement for the second part. One can treat these as fan-generated rumours and speculation.

‘Dhurandhar 2’ cast

‘Dhurandhar 2’ boasts an impressive ensemble cast spearheaded by Ranveer Singh, joined by R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Rakesh Bedi, and Sara Arjun.

The espionage thriller is set for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026.

About Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’

‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ draws from the real-life September 2016 events, where the Indian Army thwarted a militant attack near Uri town. Vicky portrays Major Vihaan Shergill, spearheading the military operation in the film, which grossed over Rs 341 crore worldwide against a Rs 42 crore budget after its January 2019 release.

Vicky Kaushal family moment

On January 7,

Katrina Kaif

and Vicky Kaushal unveiled the first look at their baby boy and shared his name, Vihaan Kaushal. Amid a flood of congratulatory wishes, Aditya Dhar left a touching comment for the couple: “@vicky @katrina huge congratulations!! Mere Vikkuuu, from bringing Major Vihaan Shergill to life on screen to now holding little Vihaan in your arms, life really has come full circle. All my love and blessings to the three of you. You’re both going to be extraordinary parents.

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