After weeks of intense social media speculation and 'silent treatment' rumors, Deepika Padukone has finally broken her silence regarding her husband Ranveer Singh's record-breaking blockbuster, Dhurandhar: The Revenge .
On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the actress took to Instagram to shut down netizens who had been slamming her for not posting promotional content or attending the film's high-profile premiere. Replying to a viral reel that questioned if she was making a 'statement' against the director or dodging internet drama, Deepika pithily commented: 'The latter my friend… P.S. I watched it way before any of you did Now who is the joke on?'
The clarification comes as a relief to fans who were concerned about the lack of public support, especially after Deepika was seen attending a sitar concert with her in-laws instead of the film's screening.
Her 'classy' clapback suggests that her absence from the digital hype cycle was a deliberate move to avoid unnecessary internet toxicity rather than a sign of professional disagreement. Supporters have hailed the move, with many noting that the 'jokes on the whole internet' for over-analyzing a private relationship during a massive professional milestone.
While the internet debated her silence, the film itself has made history. On its 20th day, Dhurandhar 2 collected ₹10.10 crore, taking its domestic net total to a staggering ₹1,033.37 crore.
With this achievement, the Aditya Dhar directorial has officially surpassed the lifetime Indian collection of Baahubali 2, solidifying its position as the second highest-grossing Indian film of all time. The film's relentless momentum remains the primary narrative of the 2026 box office, even as it navigates 'propaganda' allegations and high-profile roasts from comedians like Zakir Khan.