Overview
- New Zealand–based YouTuber Karl Rock filmed vendors at Karachi’s Rainbow Centre offering the film for PKR 50 on USB, with a DVD quoted around PKR 300.
- The movie was barred from cinemas in Pakistan and parts of the Gulf, yet it surged after its January 30 Netflix debut, topping the global non‑English list and ranking No. 1 in India and Pakistan.
- Outlets citing earlier data reported millions of illegal downloads in Pakistan following the streaming release, underscoring the scale of unauthorized circulation.
- Franchise momentum continues: a teaser for Dhurandhar: The Revenge is out, the trailer is scheduled for March 5, and the theatrical release is set for March 19.
- Actor Rupali Ganguly said she viewed bits of the sequel during an editing session and praised the visuals, adding to pre‑release buzz.