Dhurandhar, one of the most monumental blockbusters in Indian cinema in 2025, has been making waves for its box office success and fan following. It became one of the highest-grossing films in the history of Indian cinema and garnered widespread acclaim for its commercial success. However, recent events surrounding the film have taken an unexpected turn, especially regarding an awards function that has caused quite a stir.

The prestigious Hollywood Reporter India recently honored Dhurandhar for its remarkable box office performance. However, despite the film’s recognition, there was a noticeable absence of the film's team at the event. None of the cast or crew members, including the lead actress Rakul Preet Singh, attended the event or collected the award on behalf of the film. This unusual situation has raised several questions among fans and the media alike.

The controversy behind this absence traces back to a critical comment made by Hollywood Reporter India’s Anupama Chopra during the film's release. Chopra had publicly labeled Dhurandhar as a film that carried an anti-Pakistan narrative, a statement that did not sit well with the film’s team. The film’s unit, in turn, decided to skip the awards event, sending a message of dissatisfaction and even symbolically humbling the media outlet that had once praised them.

This bold move by the Dhurandhar team has sparked debates, with some praising the film's crew for standing by their values while others criticize the decision as a missed opportunity to celebrate the film's success. Regardless, Dhurandhar continues to reign as one of the biggest hits in Indian cinema, and this controversial snub has only fueled the intrigue surrounding the film's legacy.