The OTT release of Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna starrer Dhurandhar on Netflix has sparked fan outrage. Viewers complained about censored scenes, muted dialogues, and altered audio-visual quality compared to the theatrical version.
Fans Disappointed as Dhurandhar OTT Version Differs from Theatrical Experience
New Delhi: Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's blockbuster film "Dhurandhar" received a tremendous response in theaters. Released on December 5, 2025, the film has grossed hundreds of crores at the box office and received rave reviews from audiences. Following the film's success, fans have been eagerly awaiting its sequel. However, as soon as the film was released on Netflix in its OTT version on January 30, 2026, fans' hopes were dashed.
The main reason for fans' displeasure is that the Netflix version differs from the theatrical version. It was previously reported that an uncut version of the film would be released on OTT, but that did not happen. A 9-minute scene was removed, several dialogues were muted, and some rough or abusive scenes were also cut. These changes affected the fan experience, and people are expressing their displeasure on social media.
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After the film streamed on Netflix, many viewers noticed differences in audio levels and background score. They say this diminishes the cinematic impact. Especially, the action and intense scenes don't feel as theatrical in the OTT version.
Fans say that the color grading and contrast of the film on Netflix are not the same as in the theatrical version. The visuals in the OTT version appear a bit dull and desaturated. The film's original passion and emotion are less visible on the small screen. Many users on social media have expressed that the film experience on OTT is not the same as on the big screen.
Fans are expressing their reactions on social media and are hoping the filmmakers will improve the OTT version or make the uncut version available in the future. At the same time, the film's large fan following continues to make it a success, and people are missing the joy of the theatrical version.
