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Dunki: Shah Rukh Khan's Emotional Rollercoaster with a Dash of Censorship

2h 41m
Runtime
Dec 21, 2023
Release Date
U/A
CBFC Certificate

🎬 In Cinemas December 21, 2023 | 🎭 Directed by Rajkumar Hirani | ⭐ Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani | 🏒 Red Chillies Entertainment, Jio Studios

The eagerly awaited film 'Dunki,' featuring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, is set to hit theaters worldwide on Thursday, December 21. However, the movie has not been without its share of challenges, from a runtime that has caused disturbances in Nepali theaters to scenes and dialogues facing the scrutiny of the Indian Censor Board.

🎭 Shah Rukh Khan (Hardy) 🎭 Taapsee Pannu (Sukhni) 🎭 Vicky Kaushal (Sukhi) 🎭 Boman Irani (Geet Sethi) 🎬 Rajkumar Hirani (Director)

Clocking in at 2 hours and 41 minutes, the runtime of 'Dunki' has become a topic of concern for movie theaters in Nepal. The issue is reminiscent of the challenges faced by 'Animal,' the Ranbir Kapoor starrer, which boasted a runtime of almost three and a half hours. The extended runtime meant that theaters had to divide their time into four-hour slots, allowing for only three shows daily in an auditorium.

Adding to the complexity, 'Salaar' is set to release next week alongside 'Dunki,' further complicating the scheduling for theaters. The clash of these two highly anticipated films is expected to intensify the challenges faced by cinema owners.

πŸ“œ Censorship Modifications by Indian Censor Board

The censorship journey for 'Dunki' raised eyebrows, with the Indian Censor Board making some modifications. The board confirmed that it had censored certain scenes and dialogues but assured that these cuts would not impact the film's plot.

  • Word Change: Altered a word to 'immigrant' at the film's start
  • Scene Modification: Modified a scene featuring Shah Rukh Khan on a horse in Bardi during his wedding before the interval
  • Legal Warning: Another scene emphasizes, 'suicide is not a solution to any problem,' with a legal warning attached

Certificate: U-A certificate from Indian Censor Board
Runtime: 161.24 minutes (2 hours, 41 minutes, 24 seconds)

Directed by the blockbuster filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, 'Dunki' boasts a star-studded cast, including Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, and Boman Irani. The film promises to take audiences on an emotional rollercoaster with its unique storyline centered around an illegal immigration technique named "Dunki Flight."

As 'Dunki' gears up for its worldwide release, it faces the intriguing clash with Prabhas starrer 'Salaar' on Friday. The clash of these cinematic giants is sure to set the stage for an epic showdown at the box office, making December an exciting month for Bollywood enthusiasts. Get ready to embark on this emotional journey as 'Dunki' drops on December 21, 2023, and stay tuned for a rollercoaster ride at the cinema! #DunkiDrop1 #SalaarVsDunki

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