Bollywood
Dhurandhar Press Show Cancelled Why was Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhars massive Delhi screening called off at the last minute
BY CHRISTA LINCY
The excitement for Aditya Dhar's espionage thriller Dhurandhar has been at an all-time high. With a massive star cast led by Ranveer Singh and a gripping storyline based on Indian intelligence operations, fans and critics alike have been counting down the hours. However, just before the film hits the big screens, reports coming in from the capital have left many disappointed. According to the latest buzz, the highly anticipated press show of Dhurandhar in Delhi had to be cancelled at the very last minute, leaving critics and the media waiting. As per a verified update shared by trade analyst Joginder Tuteja, the stage was set for the press screening in Delhi, with critics and media personnel already present at the venue. Unfortunately, a sudden technical glitch halted the proceedings before the movie could even begin. While technical issues are not uncommon, the situation was complicated by the film's massive scale. Dhurandhar has a verified runtime of approximately 3 hours and 34 minutes. Because of this extensive duration, it was impossible for the organizers to fix the glitch and restart the show within a reasonable timeframe. As Tuteja noted, There was a limit to the time when the show could have begun, forcing the makers to regrettably call off the screening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The cancellation comes as a blow to the makers, including director Aditya Dhar and producers Jio Studios, who were eagerly awaiting early feedback for their biggest project to date. Tuteja described the incident as unfortunate and disheartening, urging people to empathize with the team rather than resorting to unwarranted trolling. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Despite the pre-release hiccup at the press screening, the hype for the movie remains untouched as it hits theatres today, December 5, 2025. The film boasts a dream cast that has cinephiles buzzing, featuring a powerhouse ensemble led by Ranveer Singh, who plays an intense undercover agent. He is supported by industry heavyweights Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, making for one of the most star-studded lineups of the year. Helmed by Aditya Dhar, the director celebrated for Uri: The Surgical Strike, Dhurandhar is billed as a high-octane spy thriller inspired by real-life covert operations of Indian intelligence. The narrative reportedly centers on a daring, high-stakes mission executed by RAW agents to dismantle a crime syndicate operating out of Pakistan, promising edge-of-the-seat suspense. The scale of the project is equally ambitious, setting it apart from standard releases. With an 'A' certificate and a confirmed runtime spanning over 3.5 hours, Dhurandhar stands as one of the longest and most expensive Indian films in recent memory. This extensive duration suggests an uncompromising vision, offering audiences an uncut, gritty cinematic experience that refuses to rush its storytelling. As the old saying goes, The show must go on. While the press show faced a hurdle, the film has officially arrived in cinemas this morning. Audiences across the country can now witness Ranveer Singh's intense avatar on the big screen, technical glitches notwithstanding!
