The spotlight has shifted from the screen to the set of Dhurandhar: The Revenge — and this time, it’s not about the action sequences.
The All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has strongly condemned what it describes as repeated and “alarming” safety violations during the shoot of the spy thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar and headlined by Ranveer Singh.
The statement follows action taken by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), which has blacklisted members of Dhar’s production banner, B62 Studios.
“Workers’ Lives Cannot Be Compromised”
In a press note signed by AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta, the association expressed serious concern over what it called gross negligence.
“The life, safety, and dignity of film industry workers, technicians, and labourers cannot be compromised under any circumstances,” the note read.
The body also pointed out that it has repeatedly raised alarms about production houses allegedly ignoring mandatory safety norms and legal regulations. According to AICWA, such negligence has historically led to tragic incidents, including fatal fires and unsafe set collapses at studios like Goregaon Filmcity.
Their statement suggests that these are not isolated concerns, but part of a broader industry issue.
Complaints Filed, BMC Action Welcomed
AICWA confirmed that formal complaints have been submitted to the Chief Minister and the BMC, demanding strict enforcement of safety rules and legal action against violators.
The association further stated that a lack of timely action in the past has emboldened certain production houses to continue risking workers’ safety.
Backing the civic body’s decision, AICWA said it stands by the BMC’s move to blacklist those responsible, adding that in a city where hundreds of shoots take place daily, safety compliance cannot be optional.
Why BMC Blacklisted B62 Studios
According to reports, members of B62 Studios — including Komal Pokhriyal and Nasir Khan — have been barred from applying for new shoot permissions in Mumbai via the Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development portal.
The BMC cited repeated violations, including filming on a building terrace and operating two generator vans without proper approvals. The civic body has proposed a ₹1 lakh penalty and recommended forfeiting a previously submitted ₹25,000 deposit.
These alleged infractions have now escalated into a larger controversy around on-set safety standards.
Film Still On Track for Release
Despite the controversy, Dhurandhar: The Revenge remains scheduled for a March 19 theatrical release. Alongside Ranveer Singh, the cast includes Sara Arjun, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the sequel carries significant expectations, especially given the growing buzz around its high-octane spy narrative.
But for now, industry conversations are less about box office numbers and more about workplace accountability.
Final Words
Film sets are built on creativity — but they also run on the hard work of technicians, labourers, and crew members who often work behind the scenes.
AICWA’s strong stance signals a growing push for stricter enforcement of safety norms in Bollywood. As the investigation unfolds, the controversy around Dhurandhar 2 may spark wider debate about responsibility, regulation, and reform in the industry.
For an industry driven by spectacle, safety can’t become an afterthought.
