Bollywood star Ranveer Singh and his father-in-law, badminton legend Prakash Padukone, have teamed up for a new advertisement that has taken social media by storm, not just for their charming on-screen chemistry but for its perceived tongue-in-cheek humour. The ad has sparked widespread speculation among fans, who believe it contains a subtle dig at YouTuber Dhruv Rathee.
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Ranveer Singh and Prakash Padukone’s On-Screen Debut
The new promotional campaign marks the first on-screen venture for the actor and the Badminton icon, bringing their real-life bond to the screen. In the ad, Ranveer Singh is seen embracing his role as a doting ‘girl-dad,’ picking up a unicorn toy, while Prakash Padukone charmingly selects a cute sheep ice cream.
The duo then heads to a cinema, where Ranveer purchases their movie tickets, setting the stage for the subtle detail that has since captured fan attention.
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‘Bhavandar: The Tornado’ Poster Sparks Speculation
The movie that Ranveer and Prakash were depicted as going to see was prominently titled ‘Bhavandar: The Tornado’. This title wasn’t just subtly hinted at; it was displayed on their popcorn buckets and, more strikingly, as a large poster on the cinema screens behind them.
It didn’t take long for eagle-eyed fans to connect the dots and wonder if the fictional film title was a subtle, clever response to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee’s previous criticism. Rathee had famously reviewed Ranveer Singh’s box office blockbusters ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, dubbing them as ‘propaganda’ which had generated significant buzz and debate at the time. The similar-sounding title, ‘Bhavandar’ (meaning ‘tornado’ or ‘whirlwind’), to ‘Dhurandhar’ (meaning ‘great warrior’ or ‘master’), immediately drew comparisons.
Fans React to the Alleged Subtle Dig
Social media users quickly interpreted the visuals as Singh and Padukone subtly roasting Rathee’s earlier criticism. Many took to the comments section to share their observations and amusement.
“The ‘bhavandar’ post behind them though,” one fan pointed out, highlighting the deliberate placement of the poster. Another user humorously added, “‘bhavandar’ directed by dhruv rathee was funny,” directly linking the fictional film to the YouTuber’s past commentary. The alleged dig has become a major talking point, adding another layer of intrigue to the already popular advertisement.
