Dhurandhar’s 7.5-Hour Long Director Cut To Release In Theaters This Weekend? April Fool’s Prank Or ‘Win For Cinema’ – Internet Debates

Rumours around filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s ambitious 7.5-hour director’s cut of Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, recently took social media by storm. Claims of a limited theatrical release on April 5, along with premium screenings and a marathon-style format, quickly grabbed attention and left cinephiles both excited and confused.

Dhurandhar’s 7.5-Hour Long Director Cut To Release In Theaters This Weekend?

The buzz began after a viral post by Parth Chaturvedi claimed that Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge would be combined into a 7-hour-30-minute extended version, complete with three intervals, English subtitles, and enhanced sound mixing for clearer vocals.

Finally a win for cinema and every cinephile in country! #Dhurandhar & #DhurandharTheRevenge is set to release an extended 7 hours 30 minute director’s cut uncensored exclusively on premium screens (DC, IMAX, HDR and EPIQ)

A new certificate was issued by CBFC team today. The… pic.twitter.com/lNr4z0jG8x

— Parth Chaturvedi (@_mrchaturvedi) March 31, 2026

The post also mentioned a new certificate issued by the Central Board of Film Certification dated March 31, 2026, with screenings planned in premium formats like IMAX and HDR, and ticket prices reportedly going up to Rs 1100 for the combined experience. Adding fuel to the speculation, an alleged CBFC certificate began circulating widely on X (formerly Twitter), making the claims appear more credible at first glance.

However, things quickly began to unravel as users pointed out inconsistencies. Several people flagged the post as an April Fool’s prank, calling it “engagement farming” and noting that the CBFC certificate image appeared digitally altered. The scepticism gained further weight when Chaturvedi himself hinted at the joke in his bio, which read, “Don’t trust posts today, they could be April Fool’s Day posts.”

Fake CBFC Certificate For April Fool’s Busted

He also directly acknowledged it in replies, responding “Haha, you caught me” to one user who mentioned April 1, and even telling another hopeful fan, “Sorry, bro, you may unfollow if you wish.” Meanwhile, other users questioned the feasibility of such a release, pointing out issues like separate audio rights for the two films and the improbability of an “uncensored” version being cleared for theatrical screenings by the CBFC.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by T-Series (@tseries.official)

Despite the viral chatter and growing online debate, the makers of Dhurandhar have not issued any official statement on the matter. When IANS attempted to reach out, they remained unavailable for comment, leaving a small window of ambiguity, though all current evidence strongly suggests the viral post and certificate are not genuine.

While the idea of a 7.5-hour Dhurandhar director’s cut sparked excitement among fans, it now appears to be an elaborate April Fool’s prank that gained unexpected traction online. Until the makers officially weigh in, the viral claims remain unverified—but for now, all signs point to fiction rather than fact.

About Dhurandhar 2

Aditya Dhar is the director of Dhurandhar The Revenge. It features Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Rakesh Bedi, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun, and Arjun Rampal. The film also features Danish Pandor, Danish Iqbal, Bimal Oberoi, Mustafa Ahmed, and Gaurav Gera in important roles. Currently, the movie has crossed over Rs 899.92 crore at the Indian box office. It has surpassed the Rs 1400 crore milestone. Globally, the film has amassed over Rs 1400 crore in collections. Released in theatres on March 19, 2026, with preview shows held on March 18, 2026, Dhurandhar 2 continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

For more news and updates from the entertainment world, stay tuned to Bollywood Bubble.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Hirav Mehta Calls Selective Censorship In Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar The Revenge ‘Balanced’; Justifies, “Aisa Feel Nahi Hua Ki Gaaliyan Kam Ya Zyada Thi”

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.