Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' Awaits CBFC Clearance Amid Certification Confusion
The highly anticipated Bollywood sequel starring Ranveer Singh, titled 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge,' has not yet received certification from India's Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), despite a film certificate circulating online that has caused widespread confusion. According to a report by India Today, the certificate being shared on social media platforms is actually for the television broadcast of the original 'Dhurandhar' film, not the upcoming sequel. This misinformation has led to speculation about the movie's rating and runtime ahead of its scheduled March 19 release.
Clarifying the Viral Certificate and Runtime Details
Many social media users have pointed to a CBFC certificate that displays a U/A 16+ rating and a lengthy runtime, mistakenly believing it applies to 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge.' The India Today report clarifies that this certificate, which is visible on the CBFC's official website, pertains specifically to the television premiere of the original 'Dhurandhar' film released in December 2025. For the TV version, the rating was adjusted from an A (adults only) to a U/A (parental guidance for children under 16) to make it suitable for a broader audience, and the runtime was slightly trimmed from the theatrical cut.
The original 'Dhurandhar' film initially received an A rating with a runtime of 214 minutes. After facing objections from various community groups, the production team made edits, resulting in a revised version with a runtime of 208 minutes in CBFC records. For television airing, further adjustments were made, including muting certain expletives and shortening the runtime again. The viral certificate that has sparked confusion applies exclusively to this edited TV cut, not the sequel currently in production.
Current Status of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' Production and Certification
The report further adds that 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' is still actively in production, with filming continuing into February. The team has not yet submitted the completed film to the CBFC for certification, meaning the viral certificate does not reflect the sequel's final rating or confirmed runtime. Earlier, the teaser for 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' did receive an A certificate from the censor board, but this clearance applied only to the promotional clip for theatrical exhibition, not the full feature film.
Official details regarding the sequel's rating and runtime are expected to be announced closer to its theatrical release date. Fans and industry observers are advised to rely on updates from official sources to avoid misinformation. This situation highlights the importance of verifying certification details directly from the CBFC or reputable news outlets to prevent confusion in the lead-up to major film releases.
