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Dhurandhar 2 uncut version reveals how Aditya Dhar removed controversial 1984 riots line, Khalistan angle from big scene

Dhurandhar 2 uncut version reveals how Aditya Dhar removed controversial 1984 riots line, Khalistan angle from big scene

Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy thriller, Dhurandhar, has been credited for pushing the envelope when it comes to realism in depicting the country’s socio-political scenario. The film, which tells the story of an Indian spy in Karachi, uses many real names and references to real figures from the world of politics, bureaucracy, and even terrorism. However, viewers have realised that director Dhar removed at least one plot point that had connections with a real-life tragedy from Indian history – the anti-Sikh 1984 riots. Ranveer Singh-led Dhurandhar The Revenge arrived on JioHotstar on June 4 almost a month after Netflix US release. (Netflix) The Khalistan angle in the original Dhurandhar 2 Dhurandhar 2’s uncut version, called Raw and Undekha, was released on Netflix and JioHotstar recently. Following this, many viewers have discovered Easter eggs or small modifications in the film. One such change is in the pivotal interval scene that features a confrontation between Hamza aka Jaskirat (Ranveer Singh) and his childhood friend Pinda (Udaybir Sandhu). In the film, when Jaskirat confronts Pinda for peddling drugs and …

Alia Bhatt is an ‘upgraded version’ of me, reveals Pooja Bhatt; says Raha is ‘born to be an actor’

Alia Bhatt is an ‘upgraded version’ of me, reveals Pooja Bhatt; says Raha is ‘born to be an actor’

From making a dreamy debut with Student of the Year to becoming one of the most successful actors of her generation with films like Highway, Raazi and Udta Punjab, Alia Bhatt has carved a remarkable journey in Bollywood. Now, her half-sister, Pooja Bhatt, has showered praise on her, calling Alia an “upgraded version” of herself while also saying that Alia’s daughter Raha already seems “born to be an actress”. Pooja Bhatt hails Alia Bhatt and reveals Raha is ‘born to be an actor’. Pooja Bhatt says Alia Bhatt is an ‘upgraded version’ of her Defending her brother Rahul Bhatt’s remarks about her being better than Alia, Pooja explained that she and Alia are very different from each other. While she had her time as a heartthrob in the industry, now it is Alia’s time, and she has her own way of navigating the business that Pooja did not have. She added, “I have had my time. This is her time, and she has certain attributes, and she has a certain way of navigating this business …

Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake version: ‘Salman Khan nahi ban sakte…’

Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake version: ‘Salman Khan nahi ban sakte…’

The recreated version of Chunnari Chunnari from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, featuring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, has landed in the middle of a social media storm, with many viewers expressing disappointment over the remix of the iconic track. Adding fuel to the debate, original singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya has now openly criticised the recreated version, while also taking a swipe at Varun Dhawan for repeatedly banking on revamped versions of once-popular Bollywood hits. On Tuesday, the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai unveiled the new song Chunnari Chunnari from the film. Abhijeet Bhattacharya on Chunnari Chunnari In an interview with ANI, Abhijeet reacted to the recreated version of his iconic 1999 track Chunnari Chunnari in Varun Dhawan’s upcoming film. The original singer of the chartbuster from Biwi No. 1, starring Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen, voiced his disappointment over the recreated version. “Yeh gaana Salman ki life ka biggest song tha. Jab aayi thi, tab se ab tak trending hai. Salman Khan ki life ka sabse bada …

Dhurandhar ‘Raw & Undekha’ version drops on Netflix and Jio Hotstar but runtime is exactly the same

Dhurandhar ‘Raw & Undekha’ version drops on Netflix and Jio Hotstar but runtime is exactly the same

When Netflix and JioHotstar announced ‘Raw & Undekha’ versions of Dhurandhar, fans expected something substantially different from the theatrical and existing OTT cuts, perhaps deleted scenes, extended action blocks or a grittier uncensored edit. Instead, viewers who streamed the film say the version offers almost nothing new apart from unmuted abuses. After watching the film, many viewers were left underwhelmed. Fans online claim the so-called ‘Raw & Undekha’ version is identical to the existing OTT cut, with the only noticeable difference being that the abuses are now unmuted. The runtime on both platforms remains exactly the same as the original streaming version , 3 hours and 25 minutes, leading many to ask: what exactly is ‘undekha’ here? Netizens react to Dhurandhar Raw and Undekha Several users on social media expressed disappointment after watching the film. One user wrote, “#Dhurandhar Part 1 – RAW & UNCENSORED is now streaming on Netflix India – 205 minutes runtime..no extra scenes but dialogues are unmuted now.” Another user posted, “#Dhurandhar Part 1 #RawAndUndekha is just abuses being Uncensored. Not …

Netflix vs JioHotstar: Ranveer Singh’s raw, unseen Dhurandhar version triggers streaming battle, lands on both platforms

Netflix vs JioHotstar: Ranveer Singh’s raw, unseen Dhurandhar version triggers streaming battle, lands on both platforms

The box office war may be over, but the battle has now spilled into the OTT arena. Buzz is soaring after it was announced that the raw and unseen version of Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster Dhurandhar will start streaming on both Netflix and JioHotstar on the same day, setting the stage for a full-blown streaming clash. Ranveer Singh-led Dhurandhar The Revenge will arrive on JioHotstar on June 4. (Netflix) Dhurandhar clash on OTT On Thursday, it was announced that a RAW and Undekha version of the first part of Aditya Dhar’s action-packed spy thriller will be released on Netflix and on JioHotstar from May 22. The unseen cut promises a “raw and unfiltered” experience, offering audiences a deeper and more immersive dive into the world of Dhurandhar, complete with never-seen-before moments crafted exclusively for viewers. Along with Hindi, the film will be available in Tamil and Telugu. The move has set the stage for a major OTT clash, with streamers going head-to-head by releasing the same film on two different platforms simultaneously. The OTT move has …

Hindi & Malayalam version of ‘Drishyam 3’ will have different narratives, say makers

Hindi & Malayalam version of ‘Drishyam 3’ will have different narratives, say makers

Mumbai, The makers of the hit “Drishyam” franchise Abhishek Pathak and Kumar Mangat Pathak said the upcoming third installment in Malayalam and Hindi will have distinct narratives, offering audiences different storytelling within the same cinematic universe. Hindi & Malayalam version of ‘Drishyam 3’ will have different narratives, say makers The crime thriller franchise, known for its taut narrative, sharp twists, and gripping performances, has over the years garnered a strong and loyal fan base across languages and demographics. “Both the stories of ‘Drishyam 3’ in Malayalam and Hindi are going to flow differently. The Malayalam version shifts into an emotional family drama, while the Hindi version will be a drama-thriller. It will be fun to see both versions and notice the changes in it,” writer-director of the Hindi film “Drishyam 3”, Abhishek Pathak told PTI in an interview. “Drishyam” originated as a 2013 Malayalam film starring Mohanlal and its sequel came out in 2022. The third part will hit theatres on May 21. All the three movies have been directed by Jeethu Joseph. The success …

Soubin Shahir shares his own version of Vaaranam Aayiram dialogue with Suriya; his wife calls Tamil star ‘beautiful’

Soubin Shahir shares his own version of Vaaranam Aayiram dialogue with Suriya; his wife calls Tamil star ‘beautiful’

Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir and his wife, Jamia Zaheer, recently ran into Tamil star Suriya. Soubin couldn’t help but share his own version of a famous dialogue from Gautham Vasudev Menon’s 2008 hit Vaaranam Aayiram. His wife seemed to agree that Suriya was ‘beautiful/handsome’. Tamil star Suriya with Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir and his wife, Jamia Zaheer. Soubin Shahir calls Suriya ‘beautiful’ Soubin posted a picture of himself and Jamia flanking Suriya in the picture. Soubin is dressed in a blue polo T-shirt and jeans, while Suriya is seen in a white T-shirt and casual trousers. Posting the picture on Instagram, Soubin referenced Suriya’s famous dialogue from Vaaranam Aayiram, writing, “Hi Suriya sir, I’m Soubin… naan idha solliye aaganum… neenga avalo azhagu! (I have to say this… You are so beautiful!)” This is a reference to Suriya’s character, Krishnan, introducing himself to Simran’s Malini and saying, “Hi Malini, I am Krishnan. Naan idha solliye aaganum. Nee avvalavu azhagu.” He then added that his wife, Jamia, also agreed that Suriya was indeed beautiful/handsome, writing, “ It …

Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar The Revenge to stream with extended ‘raw & undekha’ version on Netflix internationally

Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar The Revenge to stream with extended ‘raw & undekha’ version on Netflix internationally

The action thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge is gearing up for its digital release with a major surprise for audiences overseas. Netflix has officially announced that an extended ‘Raw and Undekha’ version of the film will begin streaming internationally from May 14, 2026. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans as the OTT cut promises footage that was not part of the theatrical release, giving viewers a slightly different experience from what played in cinemas earlier this year. Ranveer Singh in a still from Dhurandhar: The Revenge. What the ‘Undekha’ version includes The Netflix version of the film carries a runtime of 3 hours and 52 minutes, making it three minutes longer than the theatrical cut, which ran for 3 hours, 49 minutes and 6 seconds. The extended cut is being promoted as a more “raw” and complete presentation of the film. While the makers have not officially revealed what the added footage contains, the extended version is expected to offer a deeper look into the film’s intense action and dramatic moments. The movie will stream …

Amma Ariyan’ to premiere at Cannes 2026 in restored 4K version | Malayalam News

Amma Ariyan’ to premiere at Cannes 2026 in restored 4K version | Malayalam News

5 min readMumbaiMay 6, 2026 12:35 PM IST Nearly four decades after its release, John Abraham’s Amma Ariyan (Report to Mother, 1986) will return to the global stage with a world premiere in a restored 4K version at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. Considered a landmark of politically charged, poetic cinema, the Malayalam-language film is the only Indian feature selected for a premiere this year. The festival will screen a 4K restored version of Amma Ariyan. Its restoration, from one of only two surviving 35mm release prints preserved at the National Film Archive of India, was led by Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) at L’Immagine Ritrovata and Digital Film Restore Pvt. Ltd., in association with the Odessa Collective. The film will be presented at Cannes by Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, director of FHF, Joy Mathew (lead actor), Venu ISC (cinematographer) and Bina Paul (editor). Widely regarded as one of the most radical voices in Indian cinema, Abraham defied conventional storytelling, polished aesthetics and commercial frameworks to create films that were raw, collective and politically charged. In 2001, …

International Harry Potter day: Shekhar Kapur speaks about his Indian version of the series

International Harry Potter day: Shekhar Kapur speaks about his Indian version of the series

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur who has been long planning to create an Indian adaptation of Harry Potter, on World Harry Potter Day today, says that plan is very much alive. He adds that AI has added fuel to the plan, Kapur tells us, “In the explosive world of AI it’s easier to create stories into visual ideas and .magic . I am an obsessive story teller for to me everything I look at everything I observe, all perception is a Story we tell ourselves.” Speaking about the influence the Harry Potter series has had on him he adds, “The influence that Harry Potter had on me was the stunning influence it had on the whole world. I thought, why did we in India not think of it ? So I wrote my own very Indian version derived from the magical world I lived in as a kid.” The filmmmaker says we grew up believing in everything that was magic . “Our minds are full of magical ideas and magical potential as I kid I saw the …