Renowned stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, known for his relatable “Sakht Launda” persona, has set social media ablaze following a viral roast of the film industry during the Chetak Screen Awards 2026. While hosting the event, Zakir took a direct swipe at Bollywood’s reaction to the unprecedented success of Aditya Dhar’s latest blockbuster, Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
“Everyone is Jealous”: The Viral Roast
The moment occurred on Sunday night as Zakir co-hosted the star-studded ceremony alongside Alia Bhatt and Sunil Grover. Addressing the sea of industry veterans and stars, Zakir pointed out the irony of the widespread public praise the film has received from within the fraternity.
“You may put up as many congratulatory stories as you want, or call it your favorite film in every interview,” Zakir quipped in Hindi. “But the truth is, Dhurandhar has made everyone very, very jealous.”
He didn’t stop there. Referring to the film’s gritty setting, he added a punchline that has since become a trending meme:
“The bombs exploded in Lyari on screen, but the smoke is clearly rising from Bandra to Juhu.”
A Reality Check for the Industry?
The joke was met with a mix of awkward laughter and loud cheers from the audience. Social media users have hailed the comedian for being “fearless” and “honest,” with many fans noting that he effectively “exposed” the competitive undercurrents and “fake love” within the Mumbai film circle.
The Dhurandhar franchise, led by Ranveer Singh, has become a juggernaut at the box office. The sequel, released on March 19, has already crossed the ₹1,500 crore mark globally, following in the footsteps of the first installment’s massive success. The film’s raw, high-stakes narrative about an operative infiltrating terror networks has clearly struck a chord with the masses, even if it has left some industry insiders “feeling the heat.”
Record-Breaking Run
Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate theaters even in its third week. Industry analysts suggest that Zakir’s comments reflect a growing sentiment that the film’s “outsider” energy and massive scale have disrupted the traditional power dynamics of Bollywood.
Global Collection: Over ₹1,600 crore gross.
Domestic Record: First film to cross ₹1,000 crore nett in India within 18 days.
Key Cast: Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun.
While some celebrities like Aamir Khan and Ayushmann Khurrana have shared genuine praise for director Aditya Dhar’s vision, Zakir Khan’s witty observation has sparked a wider conversation about authenticity and competition in India’s biggest film industry. To know such latest
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