19 March,2026 05:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Dhurandhar 2
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has finally hit theatres, leaving audiences surprised - and sparking fresh controversy. Soon after its release, religious leaders raised objections to its content, accusing the makers of promoting a communal divide. Leaders from the All India Muslim Jamaat criticised the film's portrayal of communities, alleging it fuels tension for commercial gain.
On Thursday, All India Muslim Jamaat chief Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi and Chief Mufti of Uttar Pradesh (Shahi Mufti UP), Maulana Chaudhary Ifraheem Husain, accused filmmakers of fuelling divisions between Hindus and Muslims for commercial gain.
Speaking to IANS, Maulana Barelvi said, "Look, after watching the film Dhurandhar 2, it feels that everything shown in it is based on false stories. And everything built on such fabricated stories is also false. Some people associated with the film industry, especially directors, seem to have only one motive: to make money. In the race for money, they are creating divisions between Hindus and Muslims and trying to create disputes. They want to end the harmony and brotherhood between Hindus and Muslims."
Echoing similar concerns, Maulana Husain questioned the legitimacy of films dealing with sensitive subjects without verification. He told IANS, "First of all, our country has its agencies and the judiciary. Until the judiciary or these agencies confirm or take action, no one has the right to make such images or films targeting a specific community. I would also like to clarify that terrorism has no religion.
"Terrorism and crime are a form of mental disorder; anyone can commit them, but there must be proof and evidence. For all of this, there is the judiciary and also agencies that carry out investigations. But going against the court and agencies, and making such films, especially targeting Muslims, is unconstitutional and unlawful."
Fans of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar: The Revenge faced disappointment on Wednesday as paid preview shows in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana were reportedly cancelled just hours before their scheduled start. Several shows in Mumbai were also cancelled and rescheduled due to unforeseen technical issues.
Amid this, the makers issued an apology to audiences, offering refunds or alternate options where required.
