Reports that Yami Gautam will make a special cameo in her husband Aditya Dhar’s upcoming film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, have ignited a spirited debate on Reddit’s popular community.
While Yami has been riding high on the critical success of her latest OTT release, Haq, the news of her casting in Dhar’s high-octane sequel—which stars Ranveer Singh—has divided fans between those celebrating the “power couple” and those questioning the industry’s definition of nepotism.
The “Nepo-Wife” Debate: Reddit Reacts
The discussion on Reddit primarily centered on whether casting a spouse or family member constitutes a form of “outsider nepotism.”
1. The Critics: “Ghar Ki Demand”
Several users were quick to point out the irony of Yami’s “outsider” status while working extensively with her husband.
- “Ghar Ki Demand”: One user joked that the cameo wasn’t a requirement of the script but of the household (“Yeh script ki nahi, ghar ki demand thi”).
- Extended Family Hiring: Redditors also highlighted that Yami’s brother, Ojas Gautam, was hired to edit the film’s trailer, leading one user to comment, “This is also a type of nepotism—casting his wife and her brother as the editor.”
- Double Standards: Some questioned why Yami is spared the “nepo-bash” usually reserved for star kids like Alia Bhatt or Janhvi Kapoor, with one user noting, “No comments on nepotism now? Yami basking in nepo wife privileges.”
2. The Defenders: “Talent Over Lineage”
Conversely, many fans defended the move, arguing that nepotism is only a problem when it lacks talent.
- Earned Merit: Supporters argued that Yami is a proven performer (Uri, Article 370, Haq) and deserves the work regardless of her connection.
- The “Special Thanks” Clue: Sharp-eyed fans noted that the first Dhurandhar (2025) carried a “Special Thanks: Yami Gautam Dhar” credit, making a sequel appearance feel like a natural progression rather than a forced favor.
About Dhurandhar: The Revenge
The sequel to the 2025 blockbuster is one of the most anticipated films of 2026.
- The Role: Yami has reportedly shot for five days for an action-packed role that is said to be “crucial to the narrative.” Some fans speculate she might be reprising her intelligence officer character from the Uri universe, hinting at a potential “Dhar-verse.”
- The Cast: The film features a massive ensemble including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun.
- The Clash: Dhurandhar 2 is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026, where it will face a major box office battle with Yash’s Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups.