Dhurandhar team drops production designer's credit amid sexual harassment case
Production designer Saini S Johray was found guilty by an internal POSH committee months before his arrest in a Chandigarh sexual harassment case.
Aditya Dhar is an Indian filmmaker, known for directing the Dhurandhar franchise and Uri: The Surgical Strike.
Production designer Saini S Johray was found guilty by an internal POSH committee months before his arrest in a Chandigarh sexual harassment case.
Amid the Don 3 din, Ranveer Singh is moving ahead with Pralay while emerging as the frontrunner for Aditya Dhar's next film. The slate looks bigger and costlier, even as writer Amish Tripathi has publicly denied any Meluha deal.
Kunal Kohli said Ranveer Singh should not be judged by the success or failure of his films. The filmmaker, while addressing the actor's critics, said flops are inevitable in cinema.
Varun Dhawan, during a discussion with his filmmaker father David Dhawan, said that Dhurandhar was a director's win. The remark triggered a debate, with reaction from Ranveer Singh's fans.
Netflix has begun streaming Dhurandhar: Raw & Undekha as an alternate cut of the film. However, the version keeps previously muted cuss words and adds no new scenes or violence.
Netflix has announced that Dhurandhar Raw and Undekha will stream from May 22. The release adds a fresh turn to the franchise's staggered digital rollout across platforms and markets.
A content creator has claimed Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar: The Revenge reached number one on Netflix in Pakistan after its international release on May 14.
Why Aditya Dhar’s high-octane spy thriller has become the highest-grossing Hindi film in India, with its gory realism, magnetic villains and patriotic fervour striking a national chord
Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar: The Revenge is set to premiere on JioHotstar on June 4 with a 30-minute pre-show from 7 pm. The platform says viewers will see the film in its original and unfiltered form before wider subscriber access begins on June 5.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has begun streaming on Netflix internationally in a raw and uncut version with longer, more explicit scenes. The release has drawn attention online, with viewers comparing its restored violence and uncensored dialogue to the theatrical cut.
Rakesh Bedi shared a playful moment with traffic police officers who recognised him from Dhurandhar at a traffic signal. The candid exchange drew attention online and highlighted renewed appreciation for his recent roles.
Sanjay Gupta said Aditya Dhar spent four years mounting Dhurandhar before Ranveer Singh and the Ambanis came on board. He also revealed that nobody in the industry was ready to bet on the film given its budget and the phase Ranveer was in.
Mohan Kapur said he does not understand the hype around Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar franchise. He mentioned that despite the film's box office success, it is not real.
A sudden call from casting director Mukesh Chhabra and Vicky’s decision to spare a day and do the part have created what’s certainly his most-watched work so far
Pritam Chakraborty said Arijit Singh's playback singing retirement should be seen as a break. He said the singer needs time away from industry pressure and may return when he wants.
Ranveer Singh has reportedly acquired Amish Tripathi’s The Immortals of Meluha to develop it with Birla Studios. The project is in the writing stage, with the actor also expected to play Lord Shiva as the makers shape a long-term franchise.
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has completed 50 days in theatres with Rs 1,791.55 crore worldwide. Its sustained run and record haul have pushed it to No. 2 among Indian films globally.
Jyoti Deshpande, who co-produced Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge alongside Aditya Dhar, shared her plans for a surprise for fans later this year.
Rakesh Bedi shared an on-set video as he shot a dance track with Nora Fatehi. Their light-hearted exchange comes amid renewed attention on his fan-favourite turn in Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
Gaurav Gera revealed how the popular Dhurandhar dialogue “Darling Darling, Dil Kyu Toda” was created. He shared multiple funny options suggested by Aditya Dhar.
A closer look at how Aditya Dhar uses Rasputin in 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' to transform a viral scene into layered storytelling.
Arjun Rampal recalls witnessing the 26/11 Mumbai attacks first-hand and how the trauma shaped his performance in Dhurandhar. The actor reveals why the film felt like "revenge" for that haunting night.
Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, has sparked political controversy, with opposition leaders accusing the filmmakers of promoting the ruling party's agenda.
In this episode of 'India First', former Indian cricketer and World Cup winner Madan Lal joined a panel to discuss the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) recent decision to participate in the T20 World Cup after initial boycott threats.
This edition of Super 6 focusses on political shifts in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
In this edition of Newstrack, the focus is on the diplomatic storm triggered by the teaser of Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the diplomatic storm triggered by the teaser of Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’. China’s state-run Global Times has slammed the movie, accusing it of distorting facts about the June 2020 clash. The programme features a panel including screenwriter Advaita Kala and Lieutenant General Sanjay Kulkarni, who discuss Beijing’s insecurity and attempt to control the narrative. The report also draws parallels with the film ‘Dhurandhar’, which sparked similar outrage in Pakistan.
On this episode of NewsTrack, Maria Shakeel discusses the massive success of Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller 'Dhurandhar', which has crossed the ₹1000 crore mark in just 21 days. Actor Rakesh Bedi, who plays the role of Pakistani politician Jameel Jamali, joins film trade analyst Komal Nahata, critic Mayank Shekhar, and author Advaita Kala to analyze the film's impact. The panel debates whether the film's triumph is due to its 'fiercely patriotic stance' or cinematic excellence, while addressing criticisms of glorifying violence. Bedi shares his experience portraying a 'cunning politician' in the film, stating, 'I studied a lot of Pakistani politicians... to create my own kind of a character.'
In this edition of Newstrack, the focus is on Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller 'Dhurandhar', which has created history by becoming the first Indian film of 2025 to cross the ₹1,000 crore mark in just 21 days.
The big focus of this episode of Super 6 is the historic outcome of the 2025 Kerala local body polls, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation mayoral post for the first time, ending a 40-year rule by the Left.
The big talking point of this episode of To The Point is the big Dhurandhar divide.
Aditya Dhar's spy thriller Dhurandhar is set in Pakistan's Lyari of the 2000s.
The top focus of this episode of India First is the movie the world is talking about, Aditya Dhar’s new Bollywood spy thriller, 'Dhurandhar,' starring Ranveer Singh.
Aditya Dhar was originally gearing up for a Fawad Khan–Katrina Kaif romantic drama that got shelved after 2016.
Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam visited the revered Shri Naina Devi Temple in Himachal Pradesh following the success of Dhurandhar. The couple performed traditional rituals and expressed gratitude, saying the temple brings them peace and divine blessings.
In this special report, India Today Associate Editor Sana Farzeen reviews the theatrical release of Ranveer Singh’s massive action film ‘Dhurandhar’. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film marks Singh’s return to cinemas with a runtime of 3 hours 34 minutes and an ‘A’ certificate. Farzeen reports from Cinepolis Andheri, noting that while morning shows saw 22-37% occupancy, night shows are nearly 50% blocked. The report also highlights key controversies surrounding the film, including Yami Gautam’s statement on paid reviews and the legal trouble involving Ranveer Singh’s alleged disrespect of the ‘Kantara’ tradition at IFFI.
In this special report, Actor Ranveer Singh has issued an apology following backlash over his mimicry of Rishab Shetty’s 'Kantara' performance at the IFFI closing ceremony in Goa. The controversy erupted after Singh referred to the revered Daivas of Tulunadu as a 'female ghost' and enacted the sequence onstage. Addressing the criticism via Instagram, Singh stated, 'My intention was to highlight Rishabh's incredible performance in the movie and that he respects all cultures and traditions.' The incident occurred just weeks before the release of his upcoming film 'Dhurandhar'.
On this Special Report, Madhur Sharma, brother of Ashok Chakra awardee Major Mohit Sharma, joins from Cork, Ireland, to discuss the legal battle over the Ranveer Singh-starrer 'Dhurandhar'. Madhur explains that the family approached the Delhi High Court seeking a stay to ensure the film does not exploit his brother's legacy without consent. He cites media reports drawing parallels between the movie and Major Sharma's covert operations. Madhur also recalls a 2021 announcement of a film titled 'Aptekar' and emphasizes the family's need for formal closure and certification regarding the portrayal of the national hero.
This episode of 5 Live examines the stark contrast in tackling the air pollution crisis in Mumbai and Delhi.