Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar becomes Bollywood's longest film in 17 years
The film surpasses Ashutosh Gowariker's 2008 film, Jodhaa Akbar, which was 3 hours and 33 minutes
Anticipation for Ranveer Singh's upcoming film Dhurandhar is mounting, not only as the actor returns to the big screen after a two-year hiatus but also because the film has achieved a rare milestone: it is the longest Bollywood release in 17 years.
Clocking in at 214 minutes (3 hours 34 minutes), Aditya Dhar's action drama surpasses Ashutosh Gowariker's Jodhaa Akbar (3 hours 33 minutes), released in 2008, reports NDTV.
CBFC Clearance and Modifications
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The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) recently granted Dhurandhar an 'A' certificate — the first in Ranveer Singh's career. The board confirmed that the film underwent several modifications before certification, including selective removals, replacements, and insertions, though its total runtime remained unchanged.
These changes addressed regulatory concerns, such as replacing overly violent opening visuals, removing intense scenes in the second half, altering a character's name, muting a cuss word, and adding anti-drug disclaimers in relevant sequences.
Legal Challenge and CBFC's Decision
The film faced a legal hurdle when the parents of late Major Mohit Sharma approached the Delhi High Court, alleging that the story mirrored their son's life without consent. Director Aditya Dhar clarified on X that the film is fictional and would have sought permission if based on a real individual.
After reassessment, the CBFC confirmed that Dhurandhar is "a work of fiction" with "no direct or indirect resemblance" to Major Sharma's life and ruled that no additional review by the Indian Army was required, clearing the path for its December 5 release.
The film features an ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, alongside Ranveer Singh.
