Bollywood’s global footprint continues to grow, and this time it has reached the ice rink. Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna-starrer Dhurandhar found an unexpected spotlight at the Winter Olympics 2026, as figure skater Anastasiia Gubanova performed to the film’s viral title track, delighting audiences worldwide.
Bollywood Meets Ice Skating at Winter Olympics 2026
Several clips from the Winter Olympics 2026, currently underway in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, have gone viral on social media. The videos show Russian-Georgian figure skater Anastasiia Gubanova gliding across the rink to the energetic title track of Dhurandhar, popularly known as Jogi (Na De Dil Pardesi Nu).
The desi beats echoing through the icy arena took viewers by surprise and quickly turned the performance into a standout Olympic moment.
A Performance Blending Cultures and Music
Gubanova began her routine with San Sanana from Shah Rukh Khan’s Asoka, before seamlessly transitioning into the Dhurandhar title track from Aditya Dhar’s film. Her routine featured elegant spins, sharp footwork, and precise transitions, all carefully matched to the rhythm of the Hindi tracks.
One of the most talked-about moments came when she briefly incorporated a Punjabi folk step mid-performance, drawing loud cheers from the audience. Adding to the visual impact, Gubanova wore a red bindi and a red-and-gold, form-fitting costume, giving the routine a clear Bollywood-inspired aesthetic.
Internet Celebrates the Global Bollywood Crossover
Social media users were quick to celebrate the moment, calling it a proud crossover for Indian cinema and music. Many fans applauded how Bollywood continues to travel beyond borders and find space on global platforms like the Olympics.
Comments ranged from praise for the skater’s cultural tribute to excitement over Dhurandhar gaining international visibility. Several users described the moment as “surreal,” “proud,” and “unexpectedly iconic.”
Dhurandhar’s Global Momentum Continues
Dhurandhar, which released in theatres on December 5, 2025, has emerged as a massive box-office hit. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Rakesh Bedi.
Set in Lyari, Karachi, the film revolves around covert intelligence operations against the backdrop of major geopolitical and terror events, including the Kandahar hijack, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
What’s Next for the Franchise
The sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 19. Positioned as a high-stakes continuation, the film expands the franchise’s espionage-driven universe. The recently released Hindi teaser has already generated strong buzz.
The sequel will face a box-office clash with Yash’s pan-India film Toxic, setting the stage for one of the biggest cinematic showdowns of the year.
