Ranveer Singh’s Meta Roast? RuPay Ad Sparking Dhruv Rathee “Bhavandar” Rumors Goes Viral

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 “Bhavandar” Connection

The speculation stems from Dhruv Rathee’s recent viral videos where he analyzed Singh’s record-breaking film Dhurandhar and its sequel.

• The Allegation: Rathee labeled the films as “engaging propaganda” for the ruling party.
• The “Imaginary” Film: In his critique, Rathee discussed a hypothetical film titled Operation Bhavandar to illustrate how propaganda can be woven into high-quality cinema.
• The Ad’s Response: By placing a “Bhavandar” poster in the background of a high-profile ad, fans believe the production team intentionally trolled the YouTuber’s specific terminology.

Internet Reactions: “Absolute Peak Moment”

Social media platforms were quickly flooded with memes and comments praising the subtlety of the move:

• “He roasted Dhruv Rathee without saying a word. Absolute peak moment,” wrote one user on X.
• “Bhavandar movie. I see what y’all did there,” another fan commented, highlighting the “no chill” nature of the reference.

Ranveer’s Box Office Dominance

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:

• Domestic Net: Over ₹1,000 crore (The first Bollywood film to achieve this milestone).
• Worldwide Gross: Over ₹1,700 crore in just four weeks.

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.