Abhiruchi Cookery Show -13th April

The makers of Dhurandhar are reportedly planning an unprecedented move in Indian cinema—a massive 7-hour-30-minute extended director’s cut. The development has already generated strong curiosity and debate within the industry, with an official announcement from Jio Studios expected soon.

This ambitious version is said to skip a traditional wide release and instead be showcased exclusively in premium formats such as IMAX, Dolby Cinema (DC), HDR, and EPIQ screens. The goal is to present the film in its most immersive and uncut form, offering audiences the filmmaker’s complete vision.

However, the biggest question being raised is whether audiences will be willing to sit through a film of such extraordinary length in theatres. While global cinema has experimented with extended runtimes, a 7.5-hour feature is virtually unheard of in Indian theatrical history. It also raises practical concerns around audience engagement, interval structure, and theatrical feasibility.

At the same time, the experiment signals a bold shift in storytelling, especially as long-form content continues to gain popularity through OTT platforms. If executed effectively, Dhurandhar could redefine the boundaries of cinematic experience in India.

Whether audiences embrace or resist it, the film is already being seen as a boundary-pushing experiment in modern filmmaking.