Dhurandhar The Revenge: Madras HC REJECTS Plea Seeking Ban Of Ranveer Singh Starrer During Tamil Nadu Elections

Dhurandhar The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, recently found itself at the centre of a legal controversy in Tamil Nadu amid the ongoing assembly elections. With the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in force, a petition was filed before the Madras High Court. Seeking a temporary halt to the film’s theatrical screenings. The plea argued that the film’s content could potentially influence voters during the sensitive election period. Prompting the court to urgently hear the matter.

Madras HC REJECTS Plea Seeking Ban Of Dhurandhar 2

A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjay V. Gangapurwala and Justice G Arul Murugan heard the case on April 10 and delivered its verdict the same day. In a clear and decisive ruling, the court dismissed all petitions seeking a ban on the film’s screening in the state.

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The bench stated that there is no existing law in India that prohibits the exhibition of a film during the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct. It further emphasised a crucial legal point, the petitioner had not challenged the certification granted to the film by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Without contesting the CBFC certificate, the court noted, there was no valid legal basis to restrain the film’s release or screening.

During the hearing, the petitioner argued that the film violated provisions of the MCC, specifically Chapter VII, Clause 4. This restricts ruling parties from using mass media to highlight achievements at public expense during elections. The plea claimed that Dhurandhar The Revenge portrayed and glorified the central government’s efforts. Especially in areas such as counter-terrorism and anti-money laundering.

Dhurandhar 2 To Continue Its Theatrical Run Across Tamil Nadu

Additionally, another counsel alleged that the film promoted war propaganda against Pakistan and contributed to communal tensions in certain regions. However, the court found these arguments insufficient in the absence of a formal challenge to the film’s certification.

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Reiterating the legal position, the bench held that the CBFC certificate remains the primary and binding clearance for a film’s public exhibition. Since no objections had been raised against it through the appropriate legal channel, the court refused to intervene and dismissed the pleas. With this ruling, Dhurandhar The Revenge will continue its theatrical run across Tamil Nadu without interruption.

In conclusion, the Madras High Court’s decision reinforces the legal framework governing film certification and exhibition in India. It underlines that unless a film’s certification is formally challenged, courts are unlikely to halt its screening, even during politically sensitive periods like elections.

About Dhurandhar 2

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action thriller is packed with drama and high-stakes moments. The film features a powerful ensemble cast led by Ranveer Singh, who drives the narrative. He is joined by Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R. Madhavan in pivotal roles, each adding depth to the storyline. Yami Gautam also makes a strong impact with a cameo appearance. Meanwhile, Sara Arjun plays the romantic interest of the lead character. The film was released in cinemas on March 19 in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.

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Varsha Tiwari

Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.