The highly anticipated OTT update for the blockbuster film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, has finally been revealed by Jio Hotstar. While fans expected an immediate release, the platform officially announced that the film will begin streaming in India on June 4, 2026. The OTT version reportedly carries a massive runtime of 3 hours and 52 minutes, with many believing it to be a special extended edition. However, the decision to postpone the release until after the IPL season has also created an unexpected challenge.
The biggest concern for Jio Hotstar is the indirect competition from Netflix, which started streaming the film’s Raw and Uncut version globally yesterday in multiple languages. This international cut reportedly includes intense scenes and uncensored dialogue removed from the Indian theatrical version. Since the uncut edition is already available overseas, several viewers in India have begun accessing it through unofficial channels and piracy websites, affecting the exclusivity of the upcoming domestic OTT premiere.
There is now growing discussion that the delayed Indian release may lose some of its impact by the time it arrives on June 4. Many feel the most talked about moments from the uncut version, including Ranveer Singh’s gritty performance, are already circulating online in multiple languages, reducing the hype around the official streaming debut. Some also believe that avoiding the IPL window may have unintentionally given piracy and spoilers enough time to weaken the film’s momentum.
Ultimately, the situation highlights the growing challenge between regional streaming rights and global accessibility in the OTT era. While Jio Hotstar is preparing to deliver a nearly four hour experience for Indian audiences, the worldwide availability of the uncut version on Netflix has already shifted much of the conversation online. Whether the official Indian release can still pull record breaking viewership now remains the biggest question.
