Jio Hotstar has finally lifted the curtain on the much awaited OTT update for Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar and led by Ranveer Singh. While fans were hoping for an immediate digital drop, the platform confirmed that the film will begin streaming in India on June 4, 2026. The announcement brought excitement, but also a wave of disappointment. Reports suggest the OTT version runs close to four hours at 3 hours and 52 minutes, fueling speculation that Indian audiences will receive a special extended cut. Still, the decision to wait until after the IPL season has raised fresh concerns.
The bigger headache for Jio Hotstar arrives from an unexpected direction. Netflix has already released the film’s Raw and Uncut version internationally in multiple languages. This global cut reportedly includes intense sequences and uncensored dialogue that never made it into the Indian theatrical release. With the uncut edition now accessible overseas, several viewers in India have turned to unofficial sources and piracy sites, weakening the exclusivity of the upcoming domestic premiere.
As days pass, industry chatter grows louder. Many believe that the delayed Indian OTT release risks losing its punch by June 4. Clips and spoilers from the uncut version, especially showcasing Ranveer Singh’s ferocious performance, are already circulating widely online. The buzz that usually fuels a big streaming debut may already be burning out before the official launch.
Ironically, steering clear of the IPL window may have created a bigger problem. The extra gap has given piracy and spoilers ample time to spread, potentially dulling audience curiosity. What was meant to be a strategic delay now feels like a gamble with shrinking returns.
In the end, this episode underlines a larger OTT dilemma. Regional streaming rights are colliding with global accessibility at full speed. While Jio Hotstar is preparing to serve Indian viewers an expansive, near four hour cinematic experience, the worldwide availability of the uncut version has already shifted the conversation. Whether the official Indian premiere can still command record breaking viewership is now the question hovering over June 4.
