Here’s a shocking revelation that’s bound to stir up the film industry: Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster hit 'Dhurandhar' was reportedly trimmed by nine minutes for its OTT release on Netflix—without the director Aditya Dhar’s consent. But here’s where it gets controversial: while the theatrical version clocked in at a whopping 3 hours and 34 minutes, making it Bollywood’s longest film since 'Jodhaa Akbar', the OTT cut was mysteriously shortened to 3 hours and 25 minutes. Fans, who were already thrilled about streaming the film, were left scratching their heads—and disappointed—when they noticed the missing footage. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, Netflix allegedly made these edits unilaterally, raising questions about creative control and platform mandates. And this is the part most people miss: another report by Pinkvilla claims the 'Dhurandhar' team actually submitted the film uncut for its OTT premiere, fully compliant with Netflix’s requirements. So, who’s telling the truth? Was this a case of overzealous editing by the streaming giant, or is there more to the story? Meanwhile, the film’s massive success—grossing over Rs 800 crore domestically and Rs 1200 crore worldwide—only adds fuel to the fire. With 'Dhurandhar 2' already locked for a grand Eid 2026 release in five languages, this controversy couldn’t have come at a more critical time. Is Netflix overstepping its bounds, or are filmmakers losing control of their art in the streaming era? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this debate is far from over!
