Dharmendra’s 'Ankhen' set the template; 'Pathaan', 'Dhurandhar' carry it forward
In the iconic 1968 film 'Ankhen', Dharmendra's portrayal of the steadfast spy Sunil set a precedent for the archetype of the patriotic Indian agent. This powerful theme of sacrificing for the nation, akin to a child's devotion to their mother, finds echoes in the high-octane narratives of today like 'Pathaan' and the much-anticipated 'Dhurandhar'.
