📌 Key Points
- Dhurandhar 2 reveals Bade Sahab’s identity, linked to a major Indian conspiracy theory.
- Dawood is portrayed as a frail, bedridden man who still wields power.
- The film depicts Dawood’s downfall through slow poisoning by an Indian agent.
- Actor Danish was initially unaware he was portraying Bade Sahab, only knowing he played Dawood.
The mystery surrounding Bade Sahab in ‘Dhurandhar’ has finally been solved in the sequel. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ unveils the identity of this enigmatic figure, portraying Dawood as a frail man pulling strings from his sickbed and exploring how he became bedridden.
The Mystery of Bade Sahab Unveiled
Ever since the first Dhurandhar was released in theatres in December, audiences have been curious about the identity of the mysterious Bade Sahab, described only in passing lines and in Hamza’s hit list in his diary. The sequel – Dhurandhar: The Revenge – finally reveals the identity of Bade Sahab, and also brings to life one of India’s biggest conspiracy theories.
In Dhurandhar 2, Dawood (by his real name) is portrayed as a frail, bedridden man, yet he still pulls the strings from his sickbed. A scene towards the end of the film then shows a young Dawood and how he came to be bedridden after an Indian agent slowly poisons him over the years. The theory that Dawood was unwell and bedridden has been floated several times over the years, with writer Hussan Zaidi also mentioning it in his book From Dongri To Dubai.
Dawood’s Portrayal: Frail but Powerful
In an interview with Zoom, Danish revealed that he was unaware he was playing Bade Sahab in the film. “Let me tell you, this Bade Sahab discussion was never there. I mean, till about a couple of months ago, I was also not aware that I was playing Bade Sahab. I was in doubt. So, he (Aditya) was so secretive and kept so many things to himself.”
Danish’s Secretive Role as Bade Sahab
However, he clarified that he knew he was playing Dawood Ibrahim. “But yes, I was playing Dawood; I was pretty much aware of it. But Dawood is Bade Sahab, even I was not 100% confident. Everyone was addressing me as Dawood bhai or Sahab. About my character, no one said anything to me. So, it’s me all the time talking in my scenes,” he added.
Dhurandhar 2 promises to delve into the murky world of Dawood Ibrahim and the conspiracies surrounding his health and influence. The revelation of Bade Sahab’s identity adds another layer of intrigue to this real-life villain’s story.
