Dhurandhar’s Hilarious Meme Reference Leaves Fans in Splits

Since its release last week, Aditya Dhar's film Dhurandhar has captured the attention of audiences, especially for a humorous meme reference that had viewers laughing out loud.

Set in Lyari, Pakistan, the film tackles serious themes like terrorism and crime. However, it also includes a cheeky nod to an old meme that has gone viral online. The film features a biryani and chai shop named Washma Butt, which instantly caught the eyes of viewers.

Understanding the Washma Butt Meme

The name Washma Butt originated from a viral social media account from Islamabad, which humorously responded to the name by saying, "Wash it yourself." This led to a plethora of memes featuring the name, with discussions on whether it was a real name. While "Butt" is a common surname in Pakistan, "Washma" is not.

Memes from Dhurandhar

In a pivotal scene, Ranveer's character visits the biryani shop run by Gaurav Gera's character, Mohammad Aalam. The juxtaposition of the shop's comical name against the film's serious backdrop led to widespread laughter on social media.

Fans took to platforms like Instagram and Twitter to share their amusement. Comments such as, "Only legends know!" and "I see what you did there, Aditya Dhar," flooded in, showcasing how well the reference resonated with the audience.

Audience Reactions

One viewer noted, "A very funny and subtle aspect in Dhurandhar is the name of a shop that reads WASHMA BUTT. This had me in splits." Another added, "It was obviously done on purpose and most likely taken from this old meme."

About Dhurandhar

Dhurandhar is directed and co-produced by Aditya Dhar, featuring a star-studded cast, including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, and R Madhavan. The film draws inspiration from real-life covert operations, blending humor with serious storytelling.