BVS Ravi says ‘Dhurandhar’ shows how big films can be made efficiently; QUESTIONS Tollywood’s budget planning

A thought-provoking comment from writer and filmmaker BVS Ravi has started a fresh conversation about filmmaking practices in Tollywood. In a recent interview, Ravi revealed what he thinks about making huge films in contemporary Telugu cinema. His statement came when he discussed the Hindi film 'Dhurandhar,' which he cited as an example showing contrasting styles in how plans are viewed and executed. According to Ravi, the film represents a different approach to filmmaking where careful planning and a strong vision guide the entire production process. His comments quickly caught the attention of industry observers and fans, opening up an important discussion about resource use in large-scale film projects.

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Ravi compares Tollywood budgets with the making of 'Dhurandhar'

While speaking to Gulte, BVS Ravi praised director Aditya Dhar for how he handled Dhurandhar. He pointed out the dedication and preparation behind the project and admired how the filmmaker convinced everyone involved to trust his vision.




Ravi said, “Look at Dhurandhar. He made an eight-hour film. How hard he must have worked and how much he must have researched. He tried hard to make it logical.” According to him, the film’s scale and storytelling reflect a well-planned production process where the focus remained on content and execution.

The writer highlights the importance of strong planning in filmmaking

According to BVS Ravi, the difference between many big films lies in the amount of preparation done before shooting begins. He believes detailed planning during the early stages can help control costs and improve the final output.

He added, “What is the theme that he has built? How many people have trusted and believed in his vision? How did he convince the producer to spend that kind of money?” Ravi said that such clarity in storytelling and planning plays a major role in making large projects successful. The film features stars like Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal and includes grand action sequences shot in places like Bangkok.

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Success of ‘Dhurandhar’ fuels discussion about future filmmaking models

The strong box office performance of 'Dhurandhar' has further strengthened the discussion around Ravi’s comments. The first installment touched the Rs 1300 crore mark globally, and the second film ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ went past the Rs 1600 crore club globally. The franchise has now become part of the most successful films in Indian cinema, also including 'Dangal,' ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule,’ and ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.’ Hence, Ravi’s comments ignite a bigger discussion about whether better planning and budget allocation can help set the trend for the future of Tollywood movies.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”