Dhurandhar 2 Sweeps 2026 Chetak Screen Awards: Ranveer Singh Wins Best Actor, See Pictures and Videos.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge Sweeps the 2026 Chetak Screen Awards with Record-Breaking 14 Wins.
MUMBAI - The 2026 Chetak Screen Awards, held on April 5, will be remembered as the night of the "Dhurandhar Storm." Aditya Dhar’s high-octane espionage thriller, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, cemented its status as a modern cinematic masterpiece by taking home a staggering 14 awards, dominating both the major acting categories and the technical segments.
Coming off a historic box office run that saw the film cross the ₹1,500 crore mark globally, the sweep at the Screen Awards confirms that the film has achieved the rare feat of pairing commercial juggernaut status with critical acclaim.
A Night of Major Honors
The ceremony’s biggest highlights belonged to the film’s lead and its visionary director.
Best Actor: Ranveer Singh took home the trophy for his portrayal of Jaskirat Singh Rangi. Critics have hailed his performance as a career-best, noting the physical and emotional depth required to play a double agent living under the alias "Hamza" within the Lyari underworld.
Best Director: Aditya Dhar was honored for his meticulous craftsmanship. His ability to balance a sprawling geopolitical narrative with intimate, high-stakes character moments has set a new benchmark for the Indian action genre.
Best Supporting Actor: Akshaye Khanna won for his chilling portrayal of the antagonist, Rehmaan Dakait. Khanna’s performance has been widely cited as the "soul of the sequel," bringing a sophisticated menace that provided a perfect foil to Singh’s protagonist.
A Technical Masterclass
Beyond the performances, Dhurandhar 2 was recognized for its world-class production values. The film swept the technical categories, proving that Indian cinema is now competing at a global scale in terms of visual and auditory storytelling.
The film secured wins in the following categories:
Action Design: Recognized for its grounded, gritty, and innovative stunt choreography.
Cinematography: For its atmospheric depiction of both the rugged border terrains and the claustrophobic streets of Karachi.
VFX & Special Effects: Praised for the seamless integration of digital environments and high-impact practical effects.
Sound Design & Mixing: Noted for creating an immersive auditory experience that heightened the tension of the film’s silent infiltration sequences.
The Legacy of the "Dhurandhar" Franchise
With 14 wins, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has broken previous records at the Chetak Screen Awards for the most wins by a single film. During his acceptance speech, Aditya Dhar thanked the cast and crew, specifically mentioning casting director Mukesh Chhabra for finding the "perfect ensemble" among the 400 roles cast for the epic.
As the film continues its theatrical run, these accolades are expected to provide a further boost to its already soaring box office numbers. For fans of the franchise, the night was a validation of a story that has captured the nation's imagination.
Related News: Following its success, rumors of a third installment in the Dhurandhar franchise have begun to circulate, click here to check if the production house has released an official statement yet >>.
MUMBAI - The 2026 Chetak Screen Awards, held on April 5, will be remembered as the night of the "Dhurandhar Storm." Aditya Dhar’s high-octane espionage thriller, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, cemented its status as a modern cinematic masterpiece by taking home a staggering 14 awards, dominating both the major acting categories and the technical segments.
Coming off a historic box office run that saw the film cross the ₹1,500 crore mark globally, the sweep at the Screen Awards confirms that the film has achieved the rare feat of pairing commercial juggernaut status with critical acclaim.
An Award for Dhurandhar
Chetak Screen Awards 2026: Dhurandhar wins Best Special Effects award
A Night of Major Honors
The ceremony’s biggest highlights belonged to the film’s lead and its visionary director.
Best Actor: Ranveer Singh took home the trophy for his portrayal of Jaskirat Singh Rangi. Critics have hailed his performance as a career-best, noting the physical and emotional depth required to play a double agent living under the alias "Hamza" within the Lyari underworld.
Best Director: Aditya Dhar was honored for his meticulous craftsmanship. His ability to balance a sprawling geopolitical narrative with intimate, high-stakes character moments has set a new benchmark for the Indian action genre.
Best Supporting Actor: Akshaye Khanna won for his chilling portrayal of the antagonist, Rehmaan Dakait. Khanna’s performance has been widely cited as the "soul of the sequel," bringing a sophisticated menace that provided a perfect foil to Singh’s protagonist.
A Technical Masterclass
Beyond the performances, Dhurandhar 2 was recognized for its world-class production values. The film swept the technical categories, proving that Indian cinema is now competing at a global scale in terms of visual and auditory storytelling.
The film secured wins in the following categories:
Action Design: Recognized for its grounded, gritty, and innovative stunt choreography.
Cinematography: For its atmospheric depiction of both the rugged border terrains and the claustrophobic streets of Karachi.
VFX & Special Effects: Praised for the seamless integration of digital environments and high-impact practical effects.
Sound Design & Mixing: Noted for creating an immersive auditory experience that heightened the tension of the film’s silent infiltration sequences.
Here are the major awards presented at the Chetak Screen Awards 2026:
- Best Dialogues: Presented to Aditya Dhar for the film Dhurandhar
- Breakthrough Debut Director: Won by Shazia Iqbal
- Best Actor (Male) - OTT Film: Awarded to Abhishek Banerjee for his performance in Stolen
- Best Director - OTT Film: Won by Karan Tejpal for Stolen.
- Best Film - OTT: The award went to Stolen, accepted by Gaurav Dhingra
- Best Actor (Male) - Supporting Role: Awarded to Akshay Khanna for Dhurandhar
- Best Actor (Female) - Supporting Role: Won by Shalini Vats for Homebound
- Best Actor (Female) - Overall: Awarded to Yami Gautam Dhar for her role in Haq
- Best Film - Overall: The prestigious award was given to the film Homebound
With 14 wins, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has broken previous records at the Chetak Screen Awards for the most wins by a single film. During his acceptance speech, Aditya Dhar thanked the cast and crew, specifically mentioning casting director Mukesh Chhabra for finding the "perfect ensemble" among the 400 roles cast for the epic.
As the film continues its theatrical run, these accolades are expected to provide a further boost to its already soaring box office numbers. For fans of the franchise, the night was a validation of a story that has captured the nation's imagination.
Related News: Following its success, rumors of a third installment in the Dhurandhar franchise have begun to circulate, click here to check if the production house has released an official statement yet >>.
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