The highly anticipated launch of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge hit a significant snag during its paid previews on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Fans across South India were left frustrated as non-Hindi screenings of the Ranveer Singh-starrer were canceled at the last minute, prompting an immediate public apology from the director.
Technical Glitches Stall Pan-India Release
Despite the massive hype and record-breaking advance bookings, “unforeseen technical difficulties” forced theaters to scrap several regional language shows.
- Tamil & Telugu: Shows originally scheduled for the evening were delayed, with the director confirming they would finally commence from 9:00 PM onwards on Wednesday.
- Malayalam & Kannada: These versions suffered the biggest blow, with all preview screenings canceled. Aditya Dhar confirmed these shows will now only begin from Thursday morning, March 19.
- Hindi Version: Most Hindi screenings across India remained unaffected, running as per their 5:00 PM schedule.
Director’s Statement & Refund Policy
Aditya Dhar took to social media to address the “inconvenience,” emphasizing that the team’s dream was to share the film in every language simultaneously.
“Dhurandhar is not just a film for us – it is something we have lived with and nurtured,” Dhar wrote.
To mitigate the backlash, the makers have offered two options for affected ticket holders:
- Full Refunds: Fans can claim a complete refund for their canceled tickets.
- Hindi Alternative: Viewers can opt to watch the Hindi version of the film with subtitles at their respective cinemas.
Fan Reaction: “Release the Uncut Version”
While many fans reported similar issues even with Hindi screenings, a new demand has surfaced online. Following reports of intense gore and a long runtime, social media is already buzzing with requests for an uncut, full version of Dhurandhar 2 to be released on OTT platforms later, should the theatrical cuts feel too restrictive.