Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge is set to make its television debut with a significantly edited version of the film. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has ordered several changes to the movie, resulting in a television version that is 10 minutes shorter than its theatrical cut.
The Aditya Dhar directorial originally received an ‘A’ certificate for its theatrical release. To make it suitable for television, the film was reviewed again and cleared with a ‘U/A 16+’ rating on September 24, 2026.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge TV Version Gets Major Edits
The revised television version reportedly includes changes across around 45 to 50 scenes. Most of the modifications concern the film’s action sequences, particularly scenes featuring graphic violence and gore.
According to the report, the changes have been made through detailed editing rather than simply removing entire sequences. The aim has reportedly been to retain the storyline and overall impact while bringing the content in line with the requirements of the revised certification.
The original theatrical version had a runtime of 3 hours, 49 minutes and 6 seconds, or 229 minutes and 6 seconds. The television version has been certified with a runtime of 3 hours, 39 minutes and 6 seconds, which is 219 minutes and 6 seconds.
This means the TV version is exactly 10 minutes shorter than the theatrical release.
Why Was Dhurandhar Given A U/A 16+ Rating?
The changes come at a time when the CBFC has introduced updates to its certification guidelines. In September 2026, the board brought in revised rules placing greater emphasis on content involving violence, communal messaging and “anti-national” attitudes.
The updated guidelines were notified by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on September 16, 2026. They also introduced mandatory warnings for drug-related content and revised age categories, including U/A 7+, U/A 13+ and U/A 16+.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge has received the U/A 16+ classification for its television version following the changes made to the film.
CBFC’s Updated Certification Process
The CBFC has been operating under chairperson Shashi Shekhar Vempati since May 6, 2026, during a period of changes to the film certification system.
The television adaptation of theatrical films can often require modifications when the original version contains intense violence or other content that does not meet the requirements of a broader broadcast rating. Action thrillers in particular may undergo such changes when filmmakers seek certification for television audiences.
With Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the extensive edits highlight the process involved in adapting a theatrical release for television while retaining its central storyline and complying with certification requirements.