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Filmmaker Denounces AI-Generated Controversy for Dhurandhar 2
28 Jun
Summary
- Viral image showing Ranveer Singh's character smoking a turban was AI-generated.
- Aditya Dhar confirmed the manipulated visual was not part of film's promotion.
- Filmmaker urges audiences to rely only on official content for Dhurandhar 2.

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar has issued a strong statement addressing a fabricated image circulating online, purportedly linked to his upcoming film 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge'. The controversial visual, which depicted the character Jaskirat (portrayed by Ranveer Singh) smoking while wearing a turban, was confirmed by Dhar to be an AI-generated manipulation.
Dhar explained that this doctored image was created by unidentified individuals using official promotional material to spread false narratives. He unequivocally stated that the image is untrue and has no connection to the film or any officially released content. The director emphasized that such misrepresentations are malicious and intended to cause mischief.
Aditya Dhar also reassured audiences regarding the sensitive portrayal of Sikh characters within 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge'. He affirmed that the filmmaking process adhered to the utmost sensitivity, dignity, and responsibility in all depictions. He urged the public to exercise caution and rely exclusively on verified information released by the film's production team.
'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' is the sequel to the highly successful 'Dhurandhar (2025)'. The original film achieved the status of the highest-grossing Hindi film of its release year, and anticipation for its sequel remains high. Dhar concluded by warning that acts of spreading AI-generated misinformation will be dealt with firmly.