Criticism In opposition to Ranveer Singh Starrer Over Smoking Scene And Poster

A Sikh organisation in Mumbai has filed a criticism in opposition to Dhurandhar 2, objecting to a poster and a scene involving Gurbani recitation and smoking. The criticism was lodged by Sardar Gurjyot Singh, President of the group Sikhs in Maharashtra, who acknowledged that the visuals and content material linked to the movie damage the spiritual sentiments of the Sikh neighborhood.

The principle objection is said to a poster that reveals the lead actor wearing conventional Sikh apparel, sporting a turban, beard, and a kada, whereas holding a cigarette. The complainants argue that these spiritual symbols carry deep non secular that means in Sikhism, and mixing them with smoking is extremely disrespectful. Talking to ETV Bharat, Sardar Gurjyot Singh stated, “We filed the criticism instantly after the poster was launched. The depiction is unacceptable and has damage the emotions of the Sikh neighborhood”. 

Other than the poster, the criticism additionally highlights a scene involving actor R. Madhavan, the place his character is seen smoking whereas reciting a Gurbani verse. This verse is attributed to Guru Gobind Singh and is a part of the Dasam Granth. Sardar Gurjyot Singh acknowledged, “Reciting Gurbani whereas smoking is an insult to our faith. Such portrayal can’t be tolerated”. 

The organisation has demanded instant removing of the controversial poster and deletion of the scene from the movie. They’ve additionally known as for a short lived halt to the movie’s screening till essential corrections are made. The criticism additional seeks authorized motion in opposition to these accountable, together with the movie’s actor, director, and producers. As of now, the makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge haven’t issued any official response to the controversy. The movie hit theatres on March 19, 2026, and continues to carry out strongly on the field workplace.