A few days ago, several members of the crew working on Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Dutt-starrer Dhurandhar fell ill during the film’s shoot in Leh, prompting immediate medical attention. Early reports speculated that the illness might have been caused by poor food quality or alleged cost-cutting measures on set.
However, local authorities have now confirmed that the incident was part of a wider chicken contamination issue reported across Leh, unrelated to the food or facilities provided by the film’s production team.
“This is one of the biggest films in production right now. Why would there be any need for cost-cutting at all? Leh is an incredibly difficult terrain to shoot. This is a unit of over 300 people. There was a local contamination issue which led to this. It is horrible that such ridiculous rumours are floating,” a source associated with the project told reporters.
Crew Safety Always a Priority
Insiders emphasized that the safety and hygiene of the cast and crew have always been top priorities for the Dhurandhar team.
“Health, hygiene, and crew safety have consistently been treated as top priorities. Additional precautions and stricter supplier checks are now in place, even as the unit has resumed work,” the source added.
The production team has ensured that all affected members received immediate medical care, and shooting has resumed without compromising safety protocols.
Shoot Enters Final Leg
The film is now in its final leg of shooting in Leh.
“We have another few weeks of shoot left here. We will wrap and be back in Mumbai by mid-September,” the source confirmed.
Leh’s challenging terrain has long been considered one of the toughest shooting locations in India, and the Dhurandhar team has reportedly managed logistics and crew safety with meticulous planning.
Sanjay Dutt’s Powerful Look Wins Hearts
In the meantime, people are excited about the recently revealed first look of Sanjay Dutt in Dhurandhar. Dutt is well-known for his dominating presence and rough charm. Due to his powerful appearance, which has been described as both “fearsome and indelible,” interest in his part in the film has grown.
Considering his powerful on-screen persona and piercing gaze, Dutt guarantees a character that will make an impression on viewers.
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Film Details and Release
Presented by Jio Studios and produced under B62 Studios, Dhurandhar is written, directed, and produced by Aditya Dhar, with production support from Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar. The film, starring Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Dutt, is slated for a December 5 theatrical release.
Even with the brief health concern during production, Dhurandhar, one of the most anticipated movies of 2025, has already generated hype for its action-packed plot and high-octane scenes in addition to its stellar cast.
