Srinagar, Mar 22: Handwara witnessed rare scenes of excitement as crowds gathered in large numbers to watch the blockbuster “Dhurandhar The Revenge”, with shows running to full capacity through the day.
For many residents, it was more than just a film screening. It felt like a return to a lost culture. Groups of friends, families, and young viewers queued up early, eager to secure seats. The buzz stayed strong from the first show till late evening.
Locals said the experience of watching a film on a big screen in Handwara came after a long gap.
“We have not seen such an atmosphere in years,” said Suhail Ahmad, a local businessman. “I witnessed a big screen here for the first time in my life. We had only heard that the cinema existed here earlier. Today, we lived that moment.”
Inside the screening space, the mood remained lively. Viewers clapped during action scenes and reacted together, creating a sense of a shared public experience.
“It felt like a celebration,” said another resident. “People were fully involved. This is something we were missing.”
“Dhurandhar The Revenge” has gained a strong public response across the country. The film continues the story of its lead character, dealing with new conflicts and past struggles. Its mix of action, drama, and emotional depth has pulled audiences to theatres.
The film’s success has now reached smaller towns like Handwara, where the response surprised even local organisers.
Residents said such events should continue. They believe regular screenings can provide safe entertainment and bring people together.
For a town that has stayed away from cinema culture for years, the response to “Dhurandar The Revenge” shows a clear demand. Handwara, for now, has found its way back to the big screen.
