Complaint Against Ranveer Singh Starrer Over Smoking Scene And Poster

A Sikh organisation in Mumbai has filed a complaint against Dhurandhar 2, objecting to a poster and a scene involving Gurbani recitation and smoking. The complaint was lodged by Sardar Gurjyot Singh, President of the group Sikhs in Maharashtra, who stated that the visuals and content linked to the film hurt the religious sentiments of the Sikh community.

The main objection is related to a poster that shows the lead actor dressed in traditional Sikh attire, wearing a turban, beard, and a kada, while holding a cigarette. The complainants argue that these religious symbols carry deep spiritual meaning in Sikhism, and combining them with smoking is highly disrespectful. Speaking to ETV Bharat, Sardar Gurjyot Singh said, "We filed the complaint immediately after the poster was released. The depiction is unacceptable and has hurt the sentiments of the Sikh community". 

Apart from the poster, the complaint also highlights a scene involving actor R. Madhavan, where his character is seen smoking while reciting a Gurbani verse. This verse is attributed to Guru Gobind Singh and is part of the Dasam Granth. Sardar Gurjyot Singh stated, "Reciting Gurbani while smoking is an insult to our religion. Such portrayal cannot be tolerated". 

The organisation has demanded immediate removal of the controversial poster and deletion of the scene from the film. They have also called for a temporary halt to the film's screening until necessary corrections are made. The complaint further seeks legal action against those responsible, including the film's actor, director, and producers. As of now, the makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge have not issued any official response to the controversy. The film hit theatres on March 19, 2026, and continues to perform strongly at the box office.