Harish Shankar Celebrates Ugadi Clash: Ustaad Bhagat Singh vs Dhurandhar

Pawan Kalyan’s highly anticipated film Ustaad Bhagat Singh has arrived just in time for Ugadi, coinciding with the release of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge on March 19, 2026. Director Harish Shankar, known for his knack for commercial entertainers, spoke at the Ustaad Bhagat Singh press meet about the much-discussed box office clash.

Harish Shankar commended Aditya Dhar, the director of Dhurandhar, calling him a very talented filmmaker whose work he has admired since the hit Uri. He emphasized that this simultaneous release is not a competition but a celebration of cinema, highlighting the diversity Telugu audiences embrace. Harish Shankar's gracious words reflect a truly sportive spirit rather than fueling a box office rivalry, he chose to uplift a fellow filmmaker, setting a refreshing example of camaraderie in the industry.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, boasts a star-studded cast including Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, KS Ravikumar, and Parthiban. With music by Thaman and Devi Sri Prasad, the film leans heavily into Pawan Kalyan’s mass appeal. Early audience reactions hail the director’s success in reviving Pawan’s vintage charisma, making the movie a predominantly one-man show with strong repeat value, although some mixed reviews have surfaced.

As the festive season unfolds, fans are eager to see how both films fare at the box office. The coming days will reveal the ultimate audience verdict, but for now, Ugadi promises a vibrant cinematic celebration.