Fiery reactions to YRF’s SPY Universe are spreading across social media after Dhurandhar’s strong box office run. Film trade analysts like Sumit Kadel have criticised the franchise and explained what needs to change for upcoming titles.
The critics demand a complete writing overhaul before Pathaan 2 and Tiger 4. They say fans are tired of stories that soften Pakistan’s ISI. After the poor performance of WAR 2 and Tiger 3, analysts warn that old formulas no longer connect.
Many netizens echo this sentiment. One user said there should be no more plots about saving Pakistani PMs like in Tiger 3. Another insisted that Pakistan must be shown as a real threat through cyber-attacks and border raids.
While this viewpoint grows, some users argue that not every spy or crime thriller needs hostility to work. They mention Ek Tha Tiger, Pathaan, and War as examples of films that showed geopolitical tension while keeping nuance intact.
These users believe cinema should show that not everyone across the border is an enemy, even when calling out the state for harmful actions. They say nuance helps stories stay grounded without turning every conflict into noise.
Many viewers feel frustrated because recent spy, thriller, and action films fail to balance scale with substance. One user stressed that spy films need authenticity instead of Hollywood-inspired templates. Others added that they want thrillers that excite them, not confuse them.
