📌 Key Points
- AIMIM spokesperson demands a ban on ‘Dhurandhar 2’, labeling it anti-Muslim propaganda.
- Waris Pathan criticizes the film for allegedly spreading hatred and showing Muslims as villains.
- ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has received mixed reviews and was banned in Gulf countries.
- Despite controversy, the film has grossed over ₹ 234 crore in India, praised by several celebrities.
An AIMIM spokesperson is calling for a ban on ‘Dhurandhar 2’, alleging it promotes anti-Muslim sentiment. Waris Pathan claims the film spreads hatred, prompting debate amid its box office success and mixed celebrity reactions. The film has already been banned in some Gulf countries.
AIMIM’s Strong Opposition to ‘Dhurandhar 2’
Waris also stated that films such as Dhurandhar 2 are earning big bucks by ‘showing Muslims as villains’. He added, “Make films for entertainment or to show the real history. Make films to make people happy, not to spread hatred. The government should ban such films. Make a film on the Epstein Files, or on other topics. If you’ve made it against Pakistan, show it in Pakistan then. Why are you causing issues here?”
Box Office Success Amidst Controversy
The film was released in theatres on March 19 with paid premieres on March 18. Its dubbed versions in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam will be released in theatres on March 21. The film received mixed reviews and was banned in the Gulf countries, like the first film. However, Dhurandhar 2 has done well at the box office, collecting over ₹ 234 crore net in India so far. Celebrities like Allu Arjun , Rakesh Roshan, Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, Ram Charan, and several others have praised the film.
Reactions from Celebrities and Public Figures
Dhurandhar had collected over ₹ 1300 crore worldwide during its run, and it remains to be seen how much the sequel collects.
The call for a ban highlights the sensitivity surrounding religious representation in cinema. Despite the controversy and mixed reviews, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ continues its run in theaters, leaving its overall impact on audiences yet to be fully determined.
