A subtle background detail in Ranveer Singh's latest advertisement has set social media ablaze, with fans convinced the actor has delivered a silent 'meta roast' to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee.
The new RuPay advertisement, which features Singh alongside his father-in-law and badminton legend Prakash Padukone, ostensibly promotes the app's 'pay anywhere' convenience. However, eagle-eyed viewers noticed a movie poster in the background featuring Singh with the title 'Bhavandar'—a reference that many believe is a direct jab at Rathee's recent critiques.
The speculation stems from Dhruv Rathee's recent viral videos where he analyzed Singh's record-breaking film Dhurandhar and its sequel.
Social media platforms were quickly flooded with memes and comments praising the subtlety of the move:
The controversy comes as Ranveer Singh cements his status as the undisputed king of the box office. His latest release, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, has shattered records:
The film, which features a massive ensemble including R Madhavan and Sanjay Dutt, continues to draw crowds despite the 'propaganda' labels. Singh is currently preparing for his next project, Pralay, directed by Jai Mehta.
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