#ReleaseTheUncutDhurandhar: Social Media Erupts as Netflix Trims 10 Minutes of the Action Thriller!
The
long-awaited OTT premiere of the high-octane spy thriller Dhurandhar has
sparked a massive firestorm on social media. Despite shattering box office
records with over ₹1,400 crore worldwide, the film’s digital debut on Netflix
on January 30, 2026, has left fans feeling betrayed by what they describe as
"blatant censorship" and a "diluted experience."
The
Controversy: Muted Dialogues and Major Trims
Shortly
after the film dropped at midnight, fans who were eager to catch the RanveerSingh and Akshaye Khanna starrer in its "raw and
unfiltered" glory were met with a rude shock. Viewers quickly noted two
major issues:
- Muted Dialogues: Despite an ‘A’ (Adults
Only) certification, several cuss words and intense dialogues have
been beeped or muted.
- Shortened Runtime: The theatrical version of Dhurandhar
was a marathon at 3 hours and 34 minutes. However, the Netflix
version clocks in at approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes,
confirming that nearly 9–10 minutes of footage has been chopped.
Fans
Fume: "Are We 5-Year-Olds?"
X
(formerly Twitter) and Reddit have been flooded with angry reactions from
cinephiles who argue that OTT platforms should provide a sanctuary for creative
freedom, especially for adult-rated content.
"You
certify the film as A, but you have muted/censored words! Like, are we a bunch
of 5y/o or what? Everyone on this app is over 18; there's no meaning in
watching a film with lots of cuts," posted one frustrated user.
The
primary point of contention is the comparison with other recent blockbusters.
Fans pointed out that films like Animal and Kabir Singh—both
known for their extreme violence and abrasive language—streamed on OTT without
such invasive edits.
Comparison
Table: OTT Censorship Standards
|
Movie |
Rating |
OTT
Status |
Fan
Sentiment |
|
Animal |
A |
Uncut /
Raw |
Highly
Satisfied |
|
Kabir
Singh |
A |
Uncut |
Satisfied |
|
Dhurandhar |
A |
Muted
& 10-Min Trim |
Outraged |
Why Was
Dhurandhar Censored?
While
Netflix and director Aditya Dhar have yet to release an official
statement, industry insiders suggest a few possibilities for the edits:
- International Compliance: Unlike its theatrical run,
the OTT release is global. Reports suggest the trims might be to comply
with streaming regulations in regions like Pakistan and the Gulf, where
the film was initially banned or restricted.
- Voluntary Cuts: Earlier reports indicated
that the makers had approached the CBFC for "voluntary
modifications" to mute certain words like 'Baloch' and 'Intelligence'
to avoid potential controversies with specific communities.
- The "Disclaimer"
Factor: Some
viewers noticed that the lengthy theatrical disclaimers were removed,
accounting for at least 3 minutes of the missing runtime, though this
doesn't explain the missing narrative scenes.
What’s
Next for the Franchise?
The
backlash comes at a crucial time as the team prepares for Dhurandhar Part 2,
slated for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026. While the OTT version
has disappointed "purists," the film continues to dominate streaming
charts due to its sheer scale and the power-packed performances of its ensemble
cast, including Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal.
For now,
the hashtag #ReleaseTheDhurandharUncut continues to trend as fans hope
for a "Director's Cut" to restore the film's "natural raw
vibe."
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