Dhurandhar The Revenge Faces Piracy Challenges Amid Ban in Pakistan

Dhurandhar The Revenge, a spy thriller featuring Ranveer Singh, has been banned in Pakistan but is facing significant piracy challenges. Despite the ban, pirated versions are circulating widely, with viewers accessing the film through various unofficial channels. Meanwhile, legal actions in India aim to curb unauthorized distribution, with the Madras High Court issuing a restraining order against illegal streaming. This article delves into the implications of piracy on the film's success and the legal measures being taken to protect it.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 20, 2026, 13:24 IST

Overview of Dhurandhar The Revenge

The highly anticipated spy thriller, Dhurandhar The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar and featuring Ranveer Singh, hit theaters globally on March 19, 2026. Despite being officially banned in Pakistan and several Gulf Cooperation Council nations, the film's release did not deter Pakistani viewers from finding ways to watch it. Almost immediately after its debut, pirated versions began to circulate online, with audiences streaming it through various unofficial platforms. This film serves as a sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, which set records as the highest-grossing Hindi film to date.

Piracy Issues in Pakistan

Pirated Versions Of Dhurandhar 2 Circulating In Pakistan

The issue gained traction when Pakistani journalist Khalid Mehmood Khalid posted on social media about watching Dhurandhar The Revenge in Lahore. His post included a video clip showing a watermark, indicating the copy was illegally obtained. This quickly went viral, with reports of viewers in Pakistan accessing the film via torrents, Telegram channels, VPNs, and international streaming links. This trend of illegal viewing is not unprecedented for the franchise; previous reports indicated that the first film had over two million illegal downloads in Pakistan within just 12 days of its release, surpassing piracy records set by other major films.

The ban on the Dhurandhar films in Pakistan stems from political and diplomatic issues, with authorities citing concerns over the film's depiction of sensitive historical events related to cross-border terrorism and espionage in Karachi's Lyari district.

Legal Measures in India

Illegal Streaming Of Dhurandhar 2 Restrained In India

While piracy remains a challenge in Pakistan, legal measures have been implemented in India to combat unauthorized distribution. On March 18, 2026, the Madras High Court issued an order to prevent the illegal streaming and broadcasting of Dhurandhar: The Revenge prior to its theatrical release. Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy ruled on applications submitted by Reliance Industries Limited and Jio Studios, the film's producers, who expressed concerns about the financial impact of early piracy. The court's decision prohibits internet service providers and cable operators from broadcasting or streaming the film until April 15, 2026. This ruling aims to protect the film from potential 'irreparable injury' and safeguard the financial interests of the involved parties.

Under Indian law, individuals caught downloading or streaming pirated content may face fines up to Rs 3 lakh, with penalties potentially reaching five percent of the film's production cost, depending on the severity of the infringement.