‘Laalo’ director Ankit Sakhiya on being called Gujarati cinema’s ‘Dhurandhar’; Says he never imagined such a strong response

Director Ankit Sakhiya expressed surprise at ‘Laalo’s’ phenomenal success, which propelled Gujarati cinema forward and revived closed theaters. He humbly dismissed comparisons to ‘Dhurandhar,’ emphasizing that ‘Laalo’ resonated deeply with audiences, proving that a well-made film finds its viewers. The spiritual narrative evolved organically from budget constraints.