The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and lift the ban on Dhurandhar in six Gulf countries. The Ranveer Singh starrer spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar has been banned in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.
In a letter signed by IMPPA President Abhay Sinha, the association described the restrictions as unilateral and uncalled for. The letter called the ban a suppression of the freedom of expression of their members.
IMPPA Calls Ban Unilateral And Uncalled For
The IMPPA letter earnestly appealed to the Prime Minister to take up the matter with authorities in the six Gulf nations. The association emphasized that these countries are India friendly and engaged in regular business and cultural exchanges with the nation. The producers believe the ban should be revoked at the earliest to respect freedom of expression.
The letter also noted that IMPPA had sent copies of the appeal to Union ministers, including Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. This shows the seriousness with which the industry is treating this matter.
Film Is CBFC Certified And Breaking Records
Dhurandhar has been certified in India by the Central Board of Film Certification and has emerged as a major box office success domestically. The film is breaking records and drawing praise from audiences and critics alike. According to reports, the film will cross Rs 850 crores this weekend, making it one of the biggest hits in recent memory.
Despite the controversy over its portrayal of geopolitical themes, supporters within the industry have defended its storytelling and craftsmanship. The film continues to perform strongly in markets where it is available.
Significant Revenue Loss In Gulf Region
The ban is believed to have had a tangible economic impact on the film. Industry sources suggest Dhurandhar has missed out on significant box office revenue in the Gulf region. This market has traditionally been a strong territory for Indian action films.
The absence from cinemas in the Gulf countries has hurt the film’s potential to set even bigger records. Producers and industry bodies view this primarily as a market access and free expression concern rather than a content dispute within India.
About Dhurandhar
Dhurandhar is a spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role. The film is based on actual covert operations and has been certified by the CBFC in India. It has become one of the biggest box office successes in recent times. The IMPPA has appealed to PM Modi to help lift the ban in six Gulf countries. More developments on this matter are awaited.
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