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Noida Mall Screening Halted, Protests Erupt
19 Mar
Summary
- A paid preview of Dhurandhar 2 was stopped midway due to a technical glitch.
- Disappointed audiences protested at DLF Mall, Noida, demanding clarity.
- Police intervened as the situation escalated, with refunds uncertain.
A paid preview screening of Aditya Dhar's directorial, Dhurandhar 2, scheduled for March 18 at PVR Superplex, Mall of India, Noida, was abruptly halted due to a technical glitch. The film stopped midway after the first half, leaving audiences in suspense about its resumption. This disruption occurred during the 5:45 pm show.
As hours passed without a resolution, the screenings were ultimately canceled. Disgruntled attendees, some of whom had already invested in the paid preview, shared their disappointment on social media, citing mismanagement and a lack of clear communication from theatre authorities. Viral videos depicted frustrated audiences waiting for updates.
The situation escalated into protests, requiring police intervention. While a staff member reportedly mentioned that refunds were being processed, many affected viewers awaited definitive clarity. The issue is believed to stem from content delivery problems, though no official detailed explanation was immediately provided.
Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, officially released in theaters on March 19, with paid previews commencing on March 18.
