Aditya Dhar pens emotional tribute to ‘Dhurandhar’ makeup artist Preetisheel Singh, calls her ‘family’ | Hindi Movie News
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share an emotional and deeply personal note dedicated to renowned makeup artist Preetisheel Singh. Referring to her affectionately as “my Sardarni sister from Pathankot” and “Mera Sher,” Dhar’s message highlighted her professional brilliance and their strong personal bond formed during ‘Dhurandhar’.Dhurandhar 2 ReviewIn his note, Dhar candidly admitted that he initially approached Preetisheel with hesitation, influenced by industry perceptions. “When I first heard her name, I’ll be honest, I was hesitant… ‘she’s arrogant,’ ‘she’s too expensive,’ ‘she only does prestige projects,’” he wrote. However, meeting her changed everything. “In that one meeting, all of it just fell apart,” he shared, adding a valuable lesson: “Never build your truth on borrowed opinions.” Dhar emphasised that preconceived notions often have little to do with reality.
What stood out for Aditya was not just Preetisheel’s exceptional artistry but also her personality. He described her as “a deeply warm, grounded and fiercely loving human being,” recalling moments of laughter, long conversations, and shared creative passion during the making of the film. He also fondly remembered her constant encouragement, quoting her words: “Aditya, tujhe pata nahi hai tu kya cheez hai, tujhe idea bhi nahi hai tu kya karne wala hai.”
Unmatched dedication on ‘Dhurandhar’
Aditya Dhar praised the tireless efforts of Preetisheel and her team, calling their work “nothing short of extraordinary.” From working on minimal sleep to staying on set long after others had wrapped, their commitment stood out. The scale of their work was massive: over a hundred character designs across both parts of ‘Dhurandhar’, including complex transformations for roles like Nawab Shafiq and Bade Saab. The team also worked on thousands of looks, contributing to nearly 20,000 junior artists, ensuring authenticity in every frame.For Preetisheel, the director noted, the focus was never just on appearances. “It was never about ‘looks.’ It was always about people,” he wrote, appreciating her effort to make every character feel real and lived-in, regardless of screen time.Concluding his note, Aditya Dhar expressed deep gratitude, calling Preetisheel not just a colleague but family. He thanked her for believing in him and for her unwavering support throughout ‘Dhurandhar’. “This is just the beginning for us,” he added, hinting at more collaborations to come, while signing off with love and admiration.See More: ‘Dhurandhar 2’ box office collection Day 21: Ranveer Singh starrer dips under Rs 10 crore; slows down after entering Top 10 Highest-Grossing films of 2026
‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ box office run
Meanwhile, ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’, headlined by Ranveer Singh, continues to dominate the global box office. The film has collected around Rs 1640 crore worldwide within 20 days, placing it among the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2026. According to sacnilk, with a strong domestic performance crossing Rs 1200 crore, the film is now inching closer to the Rs 1700 crore milestone, competing with major international releases and reinforcing its blockbuster status.
