BMC Proposes Blacklisting Aditya Dhar's Production House Over Safety Violations on 'Dhurandhar 2' Set
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has taken a firm stance against safety violations during the filming of the highly anticipated movie 'Dhurandhar 2'. The civic body has proposed blacklisting director Aditya Dhar's production house, B62 Studios, for repeatedly flouting norms on the film's sets in Mumbai.
All India Cine Workers Association Condemns Safety Lapses
The All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has issued a strong statement condemning the safety violations that occurred during the shoot. Suresh Shyamlal Gupta, president of AICWA, described the repeated violations as "alarming" and called for strict accountability from the production team.
"The life, safety, and dignity of film industry workers, technicians, and laborers cannot be compromised under any circumstances," emphasized Gupta in his official statement. The association has thrown its full support behind the BMC's proposed actions, urging for rigorous enforcement of safety rules to protect all crew members involved in film productions.
Details of the Safety Violations
According to reports, the 'Dhurandhar 2' production team committed multiple safety breaches despite previous assurances to municipal authorities:
- The team used inflammable materials during shooting after specifically promising the civic body that no such materials would be employed
- Filming occurred on a terrace without obtaining proper permissions
- Two generator vans were operated at the location without prior authorization
- Police intervention was required, resulting in the seizure of inflammable torches from the set
BMC's Proposed Penalties and Actions
The BMC has initiated several punitive measures against B62 Studios in response to these violations:
- Forfeiture of the Rs 25,000 security deposit submitted for shooting permits
- Proposed imposition of a Rs 1 lakh penalty on the production house
- Recommendation from Ward A office to blacklist B62 Studios from seeking future filming permissions in Mumbai
This blacklisting proposal represents one of the most severe actions the BMC can take against a production company, effectively barring them from filming in India's entertainment capital unless the decision is overturned.
Production Team's Response and Film Details
As of now, the 'Dhurandhar 2' production team has not issued any official statement regarding the violations or the BMC's proposed actions. The team has neither acknowledged the incidents nor provided their perspective on what transpired during the controversial shoot.
'Dhurandhar 2' is the sequel to the successful original film and features Ranveer Singh in the lead role of Hamza Ali Mazari. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the movie traces the rise of its protagonist in Pakistan's Lyari town. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2026, following the massive success of its predecessor.
The entertainment industry is closely watching how this situation develops, as it sets important precedents for safety enforcement on film sets across India. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about worker safety in the film industry and the need for stricter compliance with municipal regulations.
