In a major legal victory for the makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the Madras High Court has issued an interim injunction to curb piracy just as the film hits the big screens.
Court Order Details
On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy passed an order restraining internet service providers (ISPs) and cable TV operators from the unauthorized broadcasting or streaming of the film. This protection remains in effect until April 15, 2026, which covers the crucial first month of the film's theatrical run.
The court noted that "irreparable injury" is likely if such unlawful broadcasts are not prevented at the threshold, especially given the film's high-profile release.
The Legal Battle
The petition was filed by Reliance Industries Limited and its media division, Jio Studios, seeking urgent protection against copyright infringement. Key points from the hearing included:
Proof of Ownership: The producers submitted the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certificate to establish their rights.
Indemnity Clause: To balance the broad nature of the injunction, the court directed the producers to indemnify the respondents for any potential losses arising from the order.
Next Steps: Notices have been issued to the respondents, and the matter is scheduled for a follow-up hearing on April 15.
About the Movie: Dhurandhar: The Revenge
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar. It officially released today, March 19, 2026, coinciding with major holidays like Gudi Padwa and Eid al-Fitr.
Star Cast: Ranveer Singh (as undercover operative Jaskirat Singh Rangi/Hamza Ali Mazari), Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna.
Box Office Buzz: The film is already off to a massive start, with paid previews alone reportedly crossing ₹50 crore gross.
Plot: The sequel dives deeper into the backstory of Jaskirat Singh Rangi and his rise as "Sher-E-Baloch" while navigating the dangerous criminal underworld of Pakistan.
This legal intervention is a significant step in protecting big-budget Indian cinema from the immediate threat of digital piracy.
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