‘Dhurandhar’ OTT Release on Netflix: After creating waves at the box office and emerging as one of the biggest blockbusters in recent times, Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar has officially begun its journey on the digital platform.
The film premiered on streaming giant Netflix at midnight on Friday, further extending its global reach. In addition to its original Hindi version, Dhurandhar is also available for streaming in Tamil and Telugu, enabling audiences across different linguistic regions to experience the film.
‘Dhurandhar’ Streams on Netflix Amid Backlash Over Censored Dialogues and Missing Scenes
Discussing Dhurandhar’s anticipation on Netflix, Monika Shergill, VP of Content, Netflix India, said in a press note,
“Dhurandhar has become a true pop-culture moment, a blockbuster that has captured audience imagination and conversation at scale. We are excited to bring this film to Netflix, making it available to audiences in over 190 countries. Ambitious & bold, Dhurandhar is crafted with exceptional vision by Director Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios and its Netflix journey marks our creative partnership that has grown with many successful films over the years.”
Highlighting the performances, Shergill noted that the film’s ensemble cast makes it one of the most anticipated titles on streaming platforms.
After a phenomenal run in theatres and scoring Rs 1,000 crore at the box office, ‘Dhurandhar’ finally had its digital release on January 30. The film made a quiet debut at midnight, prompting fans to rush to Netflix to rewatch the action-packed spectacle. Viewers who missed its theatrical run also tuned in to watch the Hindi film dubbed in Tamil and Telugu.
However, the excitement soon turned into disappointment for many viewers.
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Hits Netflix — But Fans Rage Over Censored OTT Version
Soon after the film began streaming, social media platforms were flooded with complaints and sharp criticism from fans. Viewers pointed out that despite receiving an ‘A’ rating, the OTT version appeared heavily edited. According to fans, several dialogues were muted, abusive language was censored, and nearly 10 minutes of footage had been trimmed for the digital release.
Many fans expressed shock and frustration, stating that they had expected an uncensored version following its theatrical run, especially on an over-18 platform like Netflix.
‘Dhurandhar’ OTT Release Controversy: Why Fans Are Angry Over Netflix Censorship
Fans React to ‘Dhurandhar’ Getting Censored
Taking to social media, one viewer wrote,
“You certify the film as A but you have muted/censored words! Like are we bunch of 5y/o or what? Everyone in this app is over 18, there’s no meaning in watching a film with lots of cuts and censoring. You’re just stealing the natural raw vibe from it,”
Another added,
“#Dhurandhar on Netflix with muted dialogues + censored abuses. If OTT isn’t giving us the uncut version, who is?”
A disappointed fan tweeted,
“noooooo #Dhurandhar on Netflix still has the gaalis censored! bhai what is the point of releasing on OTT if you censor the best parts.”
Another viewer criticized the move, stating,
“A big letdown from you people @NetflixIndia Why the hell would you Censor it when everyone is expecting for an un censored version!! Censoring an A rated film itself is a joke whereas Animal and Kabir Singh has no cuts.”
Echoing the sentiment, one user wrote,
“Seriously mood off hogya, I was hoping for uncensored version.”
Some fans even asked,
“Kuch jugaad for uncensored version ke liye.”
As the debate continues, Dhurandhar’s censored OTT release has sparked a wider conversation around creative freedom, audience maturity, and the purpose of adult certification on streaming platforms.
