Dhurandhar OTT Release Faces Backlash After Netflix Muted Profanity, Altered Key Sequences

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After Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna’s Dhurandhar made its way to Netflix, fans quickly noticed edits that left them disappointed. The film lost several of its original sequences, all profanity except for words that appeared after the A certificate rating. 

Users on social media platforms expressed their discontent as they wanted to know why the streaming service chose to edit content that theaters originally designed for audiences above 18 years.

Social Media Criticism Mounts

Fans flooded Twitter with complaints about the OTT version, arguing that it ruined the experience. One user wrote, “@NetflixIndia, why have you censored the cuss words in #Dhurandhar? What’s the goddamn point if we can’t enjoy any movie properly?” 

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Others echoed similar sentiments: “The makers really betrayed us… If everything is muted anyway, why give an A certificate?” Many highlighted that comparable films like Animal and Kabir Singh had uncensored releases.

About Dhurandhar

Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar became a box office blockbuster, grossing over Rs. 1300 crore worldwide since its December 5 theatrical release. The spy thriller follows Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy infiltrating terror networks in Pakistan. 

The film also stars Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan. The sequel is slated for a March 19 release and will compete with Yash’s Toxic at the box office.

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Conclusion: OTT Edits Highlight Ongoing Debate

The response to Dhurandhar's Netflix release shows that people continue to fight about which type of content exists better between OTT platforms and theatrical movie showings. Fans expect A-rated films to retain their uncut intensity online, similar to theatrical presentations. 

The way streaming platforms manage adult material will affect their viewers' confidence and contentment with shows, particularly during major releases that fans eagerly await. The response will determine how streaming services approach their future plans for major film releases.