1. Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge
While the first installment was a mammoth success (grossing ₹1,354 crore worldwide), the sequel is currently battling a "red card" from the city's civic body.
BMC Blacklisting: In a stunning move, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has reportedly blacklisted Aditya Dhar’s B62 Studios. The action follows "repeated safety violations" on sets in South Mumbai’s heritage Fort area.
The "Fire" Controversy: Despite promising that flammable visuals would be added via VFX, the production was caught using lit torches (mashals) during a midnight shoot on February 14. Mumbai Police even seized five torches from the location.
Operational Penalties: The production also faces a ₹1 lakh fine for unauthorized terrace filming and the use of generator vans without permits.
The Impact: While blacklisting could block future permissions, trade sources suggest the film’s March release remains on track as most principal photography is complete. Ranveer Singh has reportedly finished dubbing for his role as the undercover operative Jaskirat Singh Rangi.
2. Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups
Kannada superstar Yash is returning to the screen after three years, but his "gritty" reimagining of 1940s Goa has hit a religious roadblock.
Religious Outrage: The National Christian Federation has filed formal complaints with the CBFC and the Home Secretary. They allege that the film’s teaser features an "offensive representation" of St. Michael the Archangel.
The Disputed Imagery: The group claims that "obscene and explicit" visuals were filmed in front of sacred imagery of the saint, which they find deeply disrespectful to the community's sentiments. They are demanding a public apology and the immediate removal of these scenes from all promotional materials.
Double Role Rumors: Amidst the controversy, the new teaser has sparked a massive fan theory. Sharp-eyed viewers believe Yash might be playing a double role (father and son), hinted at by a mysterious character saying, "I’m home, daddy," and Yash’s varying "rugged" and "clean-shaven" looks.
Feature Dhurandhar 2 Toxic Lead Star Ranveer Singh Yash Director Aditya Dhar Geethu Mohandas Star Salary ₹50 Crore ₹50 Crore Likely Rating A (for extreme violence) A (for explicit & gory content) Release Strategy Dominating Hindi markets Stronghold in Southern markets
The "A-Rated" Risk: Trade analysts like Sanjay Gupta have warned that the clash is "unfortunate," noting that both films will likely receive an 'A' certificate. This restricts the "family audience" and could mean neither film reaches its full potential as they "eat into each other's business."
