Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge: When the first part of Dhurandhar released in December 2025, references to Bade Sahab appeared multiple times, establishing him as the powerful superior of ISI chief Major Iqbal, played by Arjun Rampal.
The character was portrayed as the mastermind operating behind the scenes, making him one of the most intriguing figures in the franchise. Even Sanjay Dutt’s character, SP Chaudhary Aslam, frequently mentioned Bade Sahab, hinting at his deep influence within the terror network.
Now, with Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge in theatres, it has been revealed that Bade Sahab is none other than Dawood Ibrahim. The role has been portrayed by Danish Iqbal.
Who Is Danish Iqbal?
Danish Iqbal is an actor, theatre director and National Award-winning playwright. Trained at the National School of Drama, he is a respected name in Indian theatre, known for his intense, character-driven performances.
He is also an academic and serves as a faculty member at Jamia Millia Islamia’s AJK Mass Communication Research Centre.
In Dhurandhar 2, Iqbal plays “Bade Sahab”, a powerful antagonist inspired by Dawood Ibrahim. His performance has received praise, with many calling him a scene-stealer despite sharing screen space with Ranveer Singh.
Dhurandhar 2 Review
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge received a 3.5-star rating from News18 Showsha. “Despite its scale and ambition, Dhurandhar 2 feels slightly weaker in comparison to the original film, which was released in December 2025. While the sequel amps up action and visual spectacle, it misses the tighter storytelling that made the first film a blockbuster. Certain subplots, like the underdeveloped romance and limited use of key characters, dilute its impact. The pacing also feels uneven, with portions that could have been skipped. Even some thematic elements appear forced, making the narrative less organic. As a result, despite its highs, the sequel doesn’t quite match the original’s overall effectiveness,” a part of the review reads.