Dhurandhar 2: ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’: How a doctor from Ludhiana made a cameo after treating Arjun Rampal on the sets because of Ranveer Singh
Whereas Ranveer SinghAs spy thriller ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is breaking global box office records, a poignant real-life story emerges from its Punjab schedule. Dr. Sunny Ashok, a government medical officer from Ludhiana, unexpectedly makes his Bollywood debut in the high-stakes climax of the film after a chance encounter with the superstar. Originally called to the set for treatment Arjun Rampal For a head injury sustained during a difficult railway chase sequence, Dr. Ashok’s professionalism impressed the crew so much that Ranveer Singh personally invited him to appear in front of the camera.Dhurandhar 2 Movie Review
Doctor remembered Arjun Rampal’s injury on the set
Dr. Sunny Ashok, who works at a government health facility in Kalakh village, was called to the sets of ‘Dhurandhar 2’ on July 8, 2025, after Arjun Rampal suffered a head injury during a shoot. The film was being shot at various locations in Punjab including Ludhiana and Shahnewal airports. The actor, who played ISI agent Major Iqbal in the film, was injured while filming a high-intensity chase scene on a railway track.Speaking to The Tribune, Dr Ashok said, “There was panic as it looked like Arjun would need scans and hospitalisation. However, the injury was not serious. I checked his reaction. Everyone was happy that he was fine.”
A sudden meeting with Ranveer Singh changed everything
A few days later, on July 11, the doctor was once again called to the sets during a shooting at Shahnewal Airport. This time this meeting with Ranveer Singh became memorable. Recalling that moment, Dr Ashok shared, “I asked Ranveer for a photo, upon which he placed his hand on my shoulder and said, ‘Bro, why just a photo? We will take you to the film,’ I thought he was joking.”Director Aditya Dhar immediately approved the idea and informed Dr. Ashok about a scene on the spot. This sequence was part of the climax of ‘Dhurandhar 2’, where Ranveer Singh’s character needs medical care. “This is my scene in the movie, although it’s a split second,” the doctor revealed.Dr. Ashok further told that this scene was completed in a single take. He said, “Dhar congratulated me for behaving naturally and said that I never looked at the camera and behaved exactly like a doctor does when he sees an injured Indian hero coming off the plane.” He also praised the team and said, “All the film crew—and especially Ranveer and Arjun Rampal—were very hands-on and friendly.”
More about ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’
The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, has crossed the Rs 800 crore mark globally in the first five days of its release. The film has grossed over Rs 519 crore in India. It will soon join the Rs 1000 crore club. It stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Rakesh Bedi. The star cast also includes Mustafa Ahmed, Danish Pandor, Gaurav Gera, Mohit Malik and Danish Iqbal. It was released in theaters on 19 March 2026.