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In India, audiences generally expect OTT content to arrive uncut and uncensored, as there is usually no active censoring for streaming platforms. This expectation was challenged with Dhurandhar, when Netflix initially released a version that was shorter than the theatrical print, with muted cuss words and poorer colour grading, leaving fans disappointed and vocal on social media.

In a surprising turnaround, Netflix has reportedly updated Dhurandhar with a much higher bitrate. The new version reportedly comes with a 12.56 Mbps bitrate, compared to the earlier 1.79 Mbps version. This nearly sixfold increase in data promises a significantly improved viewing experience—a technical upgrade rarely seen for AV1 content on the platform.

While the update improves the technical quality of Dhurandhar on Netflix, fans are still closely watching to see if the platform will also address concerns over cuts and censoring—an issue that has previously sparked controversy with the Animal episode and now Dhurandhar as well.