Dhurandhar extended cut premieres on Netflix and JioHotstar May 22

The blockbuster action film "Dhurandhar" will premiere a new, extended version on two major streaming platforms simultaneously this week, an unusual move in the competitive digital landscape. The "Raw and Undekha" cut of the 2025 theatrical hit will begin streaming on both Netflix and JioHotstar on May 22.

This special version promises to deliver a more intense and unfiltered experience, featuring previously unseen footage and a raw presentation. It will be available in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The simultaneous release on rival platforms has generated significant discussion online, with many viewers expressing surprise at the collaboration.

The film, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, and Sanjay Dutt, follows an Indian undercover agent who infiltrates a criminal gang in Pakistan's Lyari district to dismantle a terror network. The first installment was released in theaters on December 5, 2025, and was a major commercial success, earning approximately 1300 crore rupees worldwide.

Its sequel, "Dhurandhar: The Revenge," was released theatrically on March 19 of this year and has also performed strongly. The two-film franchise has collectively grossed...