Dhurandhar banned in Gulf over "anti-Pakistan film" perception

• 'Dhurandhar', a 2025 hit film starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has been banned in Gulf countries.
• The film was not approved for release in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
• The ban is due to the film being perceived as "anti-Pakistan," a theme that has led to bans in the region before.
• Despite the ban, the film has received widespread praise from celebrities like Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar, and Anupam Kher.

Why It Matters: Gulf ban on 'Dhurandhar' due to 'anti-Pakistan' theme impacts its global release.