After eight blockbuster weeks in theatres, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has finally landed on streaming, and viewers are already buzzing about what they are seeing. The Ranveer Singh starrer dropped its “raw and undekha” version on Netflix for international audiences on May 14, 2026, and social media is flooded with side by side comparisons of the streaming cut versus the theatrical release. Fans say the differences are bigger than anyone expected.
What Changed in the Streaming Cut
The OTT version, currently available only in the United States and Canada, runs noticeably longer and rougher than the theatrical print Indian audiences watched in cinemas earlier this year. Viewers have been quick to point out extended action beats, restored dialogue, and visuals that never made it past the Central Board of Film Certification.
The most talked about moment is the now infamous “hammer scene”. One X user posted side by side frames and wrote, “Censor board saale theatre version mai ish scene ka pura peak 10 sec kaat diya.” The clip has already crossed millions of views across Instagram reels and X threads.
Another scene generating heavy chatter involves Hamza, the antagonist played by Sanjay Dutt. Fans claim his reaction shot in a pivotal confrontation has been completely re-edited. “They changed Hamza’s reaction in the OTT uncensored version!!!” read one viral tweet that has been reshared thousands of times since Friday morning.
Key Differences Fans Have Spotted So Far
- Hammer sequence: Roughly 10 seconds of the peak action restored.
- Hamza’s reaction shot: An alternate take replaces the theatrical version.
- Interrogation block: Extended dialogue and blood detail previously trimmed.
- Climax gunfight: Longer runtime with additional close ups.
- Language: Several muted words and abuses now play uncensored.
Industry trackers have noted that the streaming runtime is close to seven minutes longer than the theatrical cut, which clocked in at around three hours and three minutes when it opened in March.
Why Indian Fans Are Frustrated
The bigger emotional story playing out online is the geo-block. Indian fans, the very audience that turned the film into one of the biggest hits of 2026, cannot watch the uncensored version yet. Netflix has only licensed the “raw and undekha” cut for the US and Canada so far.
Hashtags like #Dhurandhar2OTT and #RawAndUndekha have been trending across X and Instagram since Thursday night, with many users tagging Netflix India demanding a home release. “Hum ne theatre mein paise diye, aur asli version videshi log dekh rahe hain,” one frustrated fan wrote in a post that picked up over 40,000 likes overnight.
Producers have so far stayed silent on when, or if, an Indian streaming premiere will happen. Trade sources suggest a domestic OTT window is being negotiated, possibly with Jio Hotstar, but no date has been locked.
How Big Was Dhurandhar 2 in Theatres
To understand why the OTT release is creating such noise, the theatrical run needs context. Directed by Aditya Dhar and headlined by Ranveer Singh as the rogue intelligence operative, the sequel built on the cult following of the 2025 original and turned into a word of mouth juggernaut.
| Metric | Theatrical Performance |
|---|---|
| Worldwide gross | Over Rs 410 crore |
| India net | Around Rs 268 crore |
| Weeks in cinemas | 8 weeks |
| Runtime (theatrical) | 3 hours 3 minutes |
| OTT runtime (Netflix) | Roughly 3 hours 10 minutes |
The film also featured R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna and Sara Arjun in key roles, with Ranveer Singh’s transformation drawing particular praise. Critics called it his most physical and grounded performance in years.
What the Director and Cast Have Said
Aditya Dhar had hinted during the theatrical promotions that the film he submitted to the CBFC was “leaner than what I shot”. In a recent podcast appearance earlier this month, the filmmaker said he was happy that streaming would let global audiences see the film “the way it was originally edited in my office”.
Ranveer Singh, currently shooting his next in Mumbai, reshared a fan made comparison reel on his Instagram story Friday with the caption “Now you see it. RAW.” The post sent fans into a fresh frenzy, with many reading it as confirmation that the OTT version is closer to the makers’ true vision.
Sanjay Dutt, on the other hand, has not commented on the alternate reaction shot, though sources close to the actor say the original take was always his preferred performance.
What Happens Next for Indian Viewers
For now, Indian fans have three options. Wait for an official domestic streaming announcement, rely on VPN access at their own risk, or hope for a re-release of the extended cut in cinemas, something a few single screen owners in Mumbai and Delhi have already requested from the distributors.
Trade analyst Komal Nahta noted on X that an uncensored theatrical re-release in India is “almost impossible” due to certification rules, but a separate adults only OTT certification could open a path. The Cinematograph Act amendments from last year do allow streaming platforms to host content under self regulation, which makes the situation interesting.
The bottom line: the film fans loved in theatres was never the full film. The full film is now streaming, just not where most of its audience lives.
Dhurandhar 2 has done something rare in Indian cinema this year. It has turned a routine OTT release into a genuine cultural moment, sparking debates about censorship, creative freedom, and who really gets to decide what audiences see. For a country that filled theatres for eight straight weeks to make this film a hit, the wait for the raw version feels personal. Did you watch Dhurandhar 2 in theatres? What do you think of these new scenes leaking online? Drop your thoughts in the comments and share your reaction using #RawAndUndekha on X and Instagram.
