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Dhurandhar DVDs Selling for Rs 16 in Pakistan; Ranveer Singh Starrer Hits #1 on Netflix Despite Theater Ban
While Ranveer Singh's high-octane actioner Dhurandhar continues to dominate global charts, it has recently made headlines for a different reason. Despite Indian films being officially banned in Pakistan, pirated copies of the Aditya Dhar directorial are reportedly being sold openly in the markets of Karachi. Popular YouTuber Karl Rock recently documented his visit to Karachi's famous Rainbow Centre—a known hub for pirated media—where he stumbled upon shopkeepers selling Dhurandhar DVDs for as low as PKR 50 (approximately INR 16). In the viral footage, the shopkeeper confirms that the new Indian film is in high demand. Rock also noted the irony of the situation, highlighting Ranveer Singh's Sindhi roots and his family's historical connection to Pakistan during the Partition. The rampant piracy in the region stands in stark contrast to the film's official digital performance. After a historic theatrical run, Dhurandhar premiered on Netflix on January 30, 2026, and immediately climbed to the top spot. Interestingly, the film currently holds the #1 position on Netflix in both India and Pakistan. Beyond these two nations, the film is trending at No. 1 in several other territories, including Bahrain, Oman, and the UAE. Even in regions where it did not receive theatrical clearance due to geopolitical sensitivities, the digital demand remains high, with the film charting at No. 7 in Saudi Arabia and No. 3 in Kuwait. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The massive popularity of Dhurandhar on OTT platforms in the Gulf and Pakistan follows a complete theatrical ban across all six GCC countries. The film, which centers on an undercover RAW agent, reportedly faced objections from censors regarding its portrayal of Pakistan and certain geopolitical themes, leading to a denial of theatrical certification. However, the ban seems to have done little to dampen audience curiosity. With the film trending at the numero uno spot across multiple international territories, Dhurandhar has successfully transitioned from a box office blockbuster to a global streaming phenomenon. As it continues its record-breaking run on Netflix, the film solidifies its position as one of the most-watched Indian action films of the decade. Watch the viral video here View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karl Rock (@iamkarlrock)