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Karan Johar, Javed Akhtar Praise 'Dhurandhar' as Sequel Gets CBFC Nod for Teaser

The spy thriller now stands near Rs 1,328 crore worldwide with reactions split over its politics.

Overview

  • Karan Johar said he was not offended by the film’s politics, called it a nuanced work, and praised Aditya Dhar’s craft in an IIMUN YouTube conversation.
  • Javed Akhtar lauded the film as very well made and shared that he personally called director Aditya Dhar to congratulate him.
  • Reports place the worldwide gross around Rs 1,328–1,329 crore more than 40 days into release, with the film still adding to its total.
  • The CBFC cleared the first promotional glimpse of Dhurandhar 2 with an Adults Only certificate, with an approved teaser run time of 1 minute 48 seconds.
  • Dhurandhar 2 is scheduled to release in cinemas on March 19, 2026, as discussion continues over the franchise’s political tone, including earlier reservations voiced by Hrithik Roshan.