Ranveer Singh’s latest ad has become a talking point online, not just for featuring him with Prakash Padukone, but also for a small detail that has caught viewers’ attention and sparked discussion on social media.
The ad shows Singh explaining the use of a payments app across everyday scenarios, including shopping, fitness and entertainment. In one scene set inside a cinema hall, a poster in the background displays the ‘Bavandar’. This visual element has led to speculation among viewers about a possible reference.
Several users have linked the ‘Bavandar’ reference to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee’s earlier videos, where he had used a similar fictional title while criticising the Dhurandhar film franchise. Rathee had described the films as politically influenced, and his commentary had gained traction online.
The advertisement itself does not explicitly mention Rathee or respond to any criticism. However, the inclusion of the term has been interpreted by some viewers as a subtle nod or indirect response, while others see it as a coincidence or creative choice without deeper intent.
Social media reactions have been quick and varied, with several users picking up on the reference and interpreting it as a subtle inside joke. Many described it as a meta moment, while others called it a quiet roast, pointing out the use of the name and its similarity to earlier online discussions. At the same time, some viewers viewed it simply as a creative detail, highlighting how audience interpretation has largely driven the conversation.
Ranveer Singh in his latest ad roasted Dhruv Rathee’s Bhavandar which he made for criticising Dhurandhar.
Peak detailing by Ranveer….. pic.twitter.com/lfXPNRYcns
— Shikhar Sagar (@crazy__shikhu) April 13, 2026
The conversation also comes at a time when Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar franchise has seen strong commercial performance, with Dhurandhar The Revenge emerging as a major box office success. The actor is also expected to appear in upcoming projects, including Pralay.
