Dhurandhar, the latest spy action drama directed by Aditya Dhar, is storming the box office both in India and overseas, with over ₹300 crore grossed in its first week. Starring Ranveer Singh, Akshay Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal, the film has received rave reviews for its gripping narrative and high-octane action.
However, Dhurandhar has been banned in several Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The decision stems from concerns over its perceived "anti-Pakistan" content, a trend seen in previous Bollywood films like Fighter and Tiger 3 that depicted sensitive cross-border themes.
The Gulf region is a significant market for Bollywood, and this ban impacts the film's potential earnings. Despite this, Dhurandhar is expected to have a solid theatrical run, thanks to its positive audience reception and strong word-of-mouth.