The trailer for ‘Dhurandhar’, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, has reportedly received a “UA 16+” certification from India’s Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Dhurandhar trailer gets UA 16+ rating
Images of the rating card surfaced online, further fuelling excitement for the trailer’s release. According to the certification, the trailer runs for 2 minutes and 42 seconds. The buzz around the Aditya Dhar directorial is already building, even though the film is still three months away from release. ‘Dhurandhar’ is slated to hit theatres on December 5, 2025. The film features a stellar ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal, with Sara Arjun in a pivotal role.
Dhurandhar movie plot
Speculation has long surrounded the project, with many believing the spy thriller draws inspiration from real-life national security operations—possibly linked to covert missions of India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval. However, the filmmakers have not confirmed these connections.
Dhurandhar first look
The first look of ‘Dhurandhar’ was unveiled on leading man, Ranveer’s 40th birthday, July 6, 2025, giving audiences a glimpse of its gritty, stylish tone and espionage-driven narrative. At its core, the film traces the journey of a covert agent navigating decades of espionage and patriotism as he balances high-octane thrills with personal stakes.
Controversy over age gap
One scene in the teaser, showing a romantic pairing between the 40-year-old Ranveer and 20-year-old Sara, triggered widespread backlash. Social media erupted over the 20-year age difference, with comments ranging from concerns about appropriateness to calls for narrative context before judgment. Criticism included remarks like “It’s giving dad-daughter vibes” and other expressions of discomfort.
Box office clash
Dhurandhar is set to release alongside two other big films on the same day. Shahid Kapoor’s untitled Vishal Bhardwaj project and Prabhas’s The Raja Saab will also hit screens on December 5. Interestingly, Sanjay Dutt, who appears in both ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘The Raja Saab’, has said he hopes the films avoid direct competition and that each finds its own success at the box office.
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