Updated On: 22 January, 2026 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Aakruti Bagla
In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Ashutosh Rana reacts to the narrative that audiences are not going to theatres and blames OTT for it. He also breaks his silence on Dhurandhar and YRF Spy Universe comparisons, calling them unfair

Ashutosh Rana
Ashutosh Rana is one of the most versatile actors in the industry. From playing villains in his early films to taking on comic roles now, he has truly delivered memorable characters. He has also been a part of the YRF Spy Universe. After the massive success of Dhurandhar, the content is being compared to actioners from the YRF Spy Universe films, and Rana condemns it. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, he talks about his film One Two Cha Cha Cha, the lack of theatres, and Dhurandhar’s success.
The War 2 actor believes that if a good product is made, audiences prefer going to theatres and enjoying it. He also points out that the theatre and OTT release window is to be blamed for setting the narrative that audiences are not going to cinema halls, even amid Dhurandhar’s success.