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A song from the banned Bollywood hit Dhurandhar unexpectedly played at Bilawal Bhutto’s party in Pakistan, sparking social media buzz. How did a film banned for “anti-Pakistan” content end up setting the soundtrack for a high-profile event?
Banned Dhurandhar film's song played at Bilawal Bhutto's party
Mumbai: The action-packed spy thriller Dhurandhar continues to make headlines, not just for its box office success but also for its unexpected cultural impact abroad. Despite being banned in Pakistan and six Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, due to its “anti-Pakistan” content, a song from the film recently stole the spotlight at a public event in Pakistan attended by politician Bilawal Bhutto.
The viral clip, widely shared on social media platforms, shows Bilawal Bhutto seated on stage with other guests as the track FA9LA from Dhurandhar plays in the background. The song, performed by Bahraini rapper Flipperachi, is tied to Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait, whose electrifying entry in the film left audiences captivated.
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The incident has sparked irony and amusement among netizens, as the film faces legal challenges in Pakistan while its music is openly played at elite gatherings. One Twitter user remarked, “Cases against Dhurandhar in Pakistani courts, yet Bilawal enters to its beats! Our Bollywood is so epic, even they can’t resist!” Another joked, “FIR in the morning, playlist in the evening.”
A song from #Dhurandhar was played during the entry of Pakistani politician Bilawal Bhutto — and that alone says a lot.
On one hand, cases are being filed against this film in Pakistani courts.
On the other hand, they’re openly playing its songs at public events. 😭From films… pic.twitter.com/0iKROdlsL6
— CineAlpha (@CineAlpha1) December 17, 2025
Social media in India has been buzzing over the video, highlighting the contrast between the official ban and the public enjoyment of the film’s music. Comments ranged from admiration of Bollywood’s influence to playful jabs at the paradoxical situation.
Meanwhile, Dhurandhar’s commercial success remains unstoppable. In just 13 days, the film has broken more than 25 records and is rapidly approaching the ₹500 crore mark. On its second Wednesday, it collected ₹21.29 crore, taking its total domestic collection to ₹433.04 crore.
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Directed as a high-octane spy thriller, Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh as Hamza, an Indian spy infiltrating Pakistan’s Lyari to dismantle terror networks backed by the ISI. Akshaye Khanna plays the formidable Rehman Dakait, while the supporting cast includes Rakesh Bedi, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal in pivotal roles.
The incident at Bilawal Bhutto’s party underscores the widespread appeal of Bollywood, even in countries where certain films face bans. Dhurandhar has managed to spark conversations across political and cultural boundaries, proving that compelling cinema and catchy music can transcend legal restrictions and captivate audiences worldwide.
