Dhurandhar Banned in 6 Gulf Nations Over 'Anti-Pakistan' Content

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News18•12-12-2025, 14:07
Dhurandhar Banned in 6 Gulf Nations Over 'Anti-Pakistan' Content
- •"Dhurandhar" banned in six Gulf countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE) due to political concerns and being perceived as "anti-Pakistan."
- •Despite efforts, the film's release permits were rejected in these regions, impacting potential overseas earnings.
- •Other Indian films like "Fighter" and "The Kashmir Files" previously faced similar bans in the Middle East.
- •"Dhurandhar" is performing strongly in India, collecting ₹207.25 crore domestically by its seventh day.
- •A sequel, "Dhurandhar 2," starring Ranveer Singh and others, is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026.
Why It Matters: Dhurandhar's ban in Gulf nations reveals how political content affects global film reach.
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