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‘Jack Ryan’ Star John Krasinski Praises Indian Cinema, Says He Wants to Watch ‘Dhurandhar’

Posted on 20th May 2026 05:00 pm by rohit kumar

John Krasinski Reacts to Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’

 

John Krasinski, widely known for his role in the popular Jack Ryan franchise, has praised Indian cinema while speaking about Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster film Dhurandhar.

 

The actor is currently in the spotlight because of his recently released action-thriller film Jack Ryan: The Ghost, which premiered on Prime Video.

 

During a recent interaction, John Krasinski opened up about Indian films and shared his admiration for the quality and scale of Indian filmmaking.

 

‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ Became Massive Blockbusters

 

The fictional action franchise featuring Ranveer Singh has reportedly achieved historic box office success.

 

According to reports:

 

Dhurandhar

Dhurandhar: The Revenge

 

both emerged as blockbuster hits.

 

Meanwhile, Dhurandhar 2 reportedly created history by entering the ₹1,000 crore club at the Indian box office, becoming one of Bollywood’s biggest commercial successes.

 

The film also performed strongly in international markets, increasing its global popularity.

 

John Krasinski’s Role Compared to Ranveer Singh’s Character

 

Interestingly, John Krasinski’s latest spy-action role has drawn comparisons with Ranveer Singh’s character in Dhurandhar.

 

In the film, Ranveer Singh reportedly plays:

 

Hamza Ali Mazari aka Jaskirat Singh Rangi

 

—a patriotic character willing to risk his life for the country.

 

Similarly, Krasinski also portrays a spy-style action role in his latest project, leading fans to compare the two performances.

 

What Did John Krasinski Say About Indian Cinema?

 

During an interview with NDTV, John Krasinski was asked whether he had watched Dhurandhar and what he thinks about Indian cinema overall.

 

The Hollywood actor admitted that he has not yet watched the film but expressed strong admiration for Indian filmmaking.

 

According to Krasinski:

 

“Some Indian films are examples of the finest filmmaking of our time.”

 

He also described Indian cinema as:

 

Modern

Creative

Highly inspiring for filmmakers worldwide

‘If I Get the Chance, I’ll Definitely Watch Dhurandhar’

 

John Krasinski further stated that he would love to watch Dhurandhar if given the opportunity.

 

The actor said:

 

“Absolutely. I love watching anything. It is always inspiring to see what other people are doing.”

 

He also revealed that many filmmaker friends in Hollywood are frequently amazed by Indian films and often discuss the scale and creativity seen in Indian cinema.

 

Indian Cinema Continues to Gain Global Recognition

 

In recent years, Indian films have increasingly attracted international attention because of:

 

Large-scale storytelling

Strong emotional narratives

Unique action sequences

Musical presentation

Visual spectacle

 

Global stars and filmmakers have frequently praised the evolution of Indian cinema and its growing influence worldwide.

 

Ranveer Singh’s Popularity Continues to Grow

 

With films like Dhurandhar reportedly performing strongly at the box office, Ranveer Singh continues to remain one of Bollywood’s most talked-about actors.

 

The actor has built a reputation for:

 

Intense performances

Energetic screen presence

Large-scale commercial entertainers

 

Fans are now eagerly waiting for updates regarding future installments of the Dhurandhar franchise.

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