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Dheeram Faces GCC Release Blockade
17 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Malayalam film Dheeram denied censor approval in GCC region.
- Actor Indrajith Sukumaran confirmed the UAE release cancellation.
- Reasons for the GCC censor ban remain undisclosed.
The Malayalam crime thriller 'Dheeram,' starring Indrajith Sukumaran, has been barred from release across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Indrajith Sukumaran personally announced the cancellation of the United Arab Emirates theatrical release on social media, citing a censor ban. This decision impacts a key overseas market for Malayalam cinema, leaving producers and the cast disappointed.
While the film has garnered positive reviews domestically, its absence from GCC theaters means it will miss a substantial global audience. The exact reasons for the GCC censor board's disapproval have not been made public, highlighting potential challenges Indian films face in securing international certification.
Directed by Jithin T. Suresh, 'Dheeram' is a crime investigation thriller with an ensemble cast. The lack of a release in the UAE and neighboring GCC nations represents a significant hurdle for the film's international distribution strategy.
