Dhurandhar 2 in Trouble After BMC Action Against Aditya Dhar’s Studio for Safety Lapses

Mumbai: A week ahead of its scheduled March 19, 2026 release, Dhurandhar 2 is facing fresh controversy off-screen as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) moves to take strict action against filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s production house B62 Studios for alleged safety and civic violations during the film’s shoot in South Mumbai.

According to reports, the BMC’s A-ward office has recommended that B62 Studios, along with two associated applicants, Komal Pokhriyal and Nasir Khan, be permanently blacklisted from applying for future shooting permissions through the Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development Corporation Limited portal if violations are confirmed.

Officials allege that multiple breaches occurred during the shooting schedule, including unauthorised filming on a building terrace, use of generator vans without proper approvals, and ignoring police conditions that prohibit crackers and flammable materials on set. In one instance, lit torches were reportedly used during a late-night shoot, prompting the Mumbai Police to seize five such props on the spot.

In light of these infractions, BMC authorities have also proposed a ₹1 lakh penalty and the forfeiture of the ₹25,000 security deposit submitted during the permission process. Additionally, formal notices are expected to be issued to all concerned parties, and copies of the blacklisting proposal will be shared with the Maharashtra film cell and BMC’s business division.

The controversy stems from shooting permissions granted for specific locations and dates earlier in February, during which civic officials claim the conditions of approval, including strict no-flammable-material directives, were repeatedly violated. After the second alleged breach, the production team reportedly assured authorities that fire-related visuals would be created using visual effects instead.

While the BMC’s move centres on regulatory compliance and public safety concerns, industry observers note that Dhurandhar 2’s cinematic anticipation remains high, even as the situation unfolds.