Fans Fume as Dhurandhar Hits Netflix with “Trimmed” Runtime and Muted Dialogues

New Delhi, january 30, 2026: The long-awaited digital debut of Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller Dhurandhar finally arrived on Netflix today, January 30, 2026. However, what should have been a celebratory moment for fans who missed the ₹1300-crore blockbuster in theaters has quickly turned into a social media firestorm. Viewers are reporting a glaring discrepancy: the Netflix version is significantly shorter and more sanitized than the original theatrical cut.

The Missing Minutes: What Happened?

When Dhurandhar roared into cinemas in December 2025, it boasted an epic runtime of 3 hours and 34 minutes (214 minutes). On Netflix, the film clocks in at approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. While a few minutes of that difference can be attributed to the removal of theatrical “Anti-Smoking” ads and interval cards, fans have noted that nearly 10 minutes of actual content appears to have been shaved off.

The reason for the shorter runtime isn’t just about pacing. Sources suggest Netflix is streaming a version closer to the “revised” theatrical cut (208 minutes) rather than the original 214-minute masterpiece. Furthermore, the digital version has undergone unexpected censorship.

Censorship Snag: Why Mute an ‘A’ Rated Film?

The biggest point of contention for viewers is the heavy-handed muting of dialogues. Despite Dhurandhar carrying an Adult (A) certification, the Netflix version features:

• Muted Profanity: Many of the raw, gritty dialogues that defined Ranveer Singh’s character have been silenced.
• Sensitive Terms: Political references and words like “Baloch” or “Intelligence” have reportedly been beeped or muted in several sequences.
• Trimmed Violence: Certain high-intensity action frames have been slightly shortened to soften the visual impact.

This has left a sour taste for fans who expected the “uncensored” experience that OTT platforms usually provide. Social media is currently flooded with comparisons to other ‘A’ rated hits like Animal and Kabir Singh, which streamed without such heavy edits.

A Masterpiece in Shadows

Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar follows an Indian spy (Ranveer Singh) on a high-stakes mission to infiltrate a criminal syndicate in Pakistan. The film features a powerhouse ensemble including Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal.

While the Netflix release allows a global audience to witness the film’s massive scale and visual brilliance, the “sanitized” version has many purists urging others to catch the remaining theatrical screenings for the “true” experience.

What’s Next?

Neither Netflix nor the filmmakers have issued an official statement regarding the cuts. However, with Dhurandhar Part 2 slated for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026, many believe the current OTT version was edited to ensure broader accessibility—even if it meant sacrificing the “raw vibe” fans fell in love with.