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Dhurandhar Hits Big Despite Ban, Sparks India-Pakistan Tensions

3/20/2026

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The Bollywood film "Dhurandhar" has become a major hit, grossing record amounts in India and North America.
It was released in December and faced criticism from Pakistani officials, who labeled it propaganda and banned it.
Despite the ban, the film gained popularity and even trended in Pakistan.
Critics warn that nationalist films may heighten tensions between India and Pakistan and spark debate over blending real-life events with fiction.

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Story summary

The Bollywood film "Dhurandhar" has become a major hit, grossing record amounts in India and North America.
It was released in December and faced criticism from Pakistani officials, who labeled it propaganda and banned it.
Despite the ban, the film gained popularity and even trended in Pakistan.
Critics warn that nationalist films may heighten tensions between India and Pakistan and spark debate over blending real-life events with fiction.