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.

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.

The censorship journey for 'Dunki' also 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. Notable changes include altering a word to 'immigrant' at the film's start and modifying a scene featuring Shah Rukh Khan on a horse in Bardi during his wedding before the interval. Another scene emphasizes, 'suicide is not a solution to any problem,' with a legal warning attached.

After the necessary modifications, 'Dunki' secured a U-A certificate from the Indian Censor Board, with a fixed runtime of 161.24 minutes, equivalent to 2 hours, 41 minutes, and 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