CBFC Clears Dhurandhar Film After Review: No Link to Major Mohit Sharma

Mumbai, Dec 02, 2025: 'Dhurandhar' faced legal trouble last week after the parents of Ashoka Chakra awardee Late Major Mohit Sharma moved the Delhi High Court, seeking an urgent stay on the film’s release. They claimed that Aditya Dhar’s film “appears to be directly inspired” by their son’s life, persona, undercover missions, and martyrdom.

Claim on Film Being Made Without Consent

As per a report by LiveLaw, the Delhi High Court then asked the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to review the objections raised by the family. The CBFC has now completed a fresh examination of the film. In its latest statement, the board clarified that Dhurandhar has no connection to Major Mohit Sharma.

This reassessment was carried out in compliance with the Court’s order dated December 1, 2025. After reviewing the objections, the Board dismissed the family’s concerns, stating that the film does not resemble or draw references from Major Sharma’s life, service, or personal experiences in any way.

During the second review, CBFC officials primarily focused on the question framed by the High Court—whether Dhurandhar directly or indirectly depicts or draws from Major Sharma’s life. The Board concluded that the film is purely a work of fiction and includes an explicit disclaimer stating that all characters, events, and storylines are fictional and not based on real people.

An internal note also highlighted that the Examining Committee had already watched the film on November 28, 2025, and found it suitable for an adult certificate after a few cuts and minor edits. Following the High Court’s direction, officials reassessed the film but found no reason to change their earlier conclusion.

Earlier, filmmaker Aditya Dhar took to X (formerly Twitter) to clarify that the film is not based on Major Sharma’s life. He wrote:

"Hi, sir – our film Dhurandhar is not based on the life of braveheart Major Mohit Sharma AC(P) SM. This is an official clarification. I assure you that if we do make a biopic on Major Mohit Sharma in the future, it will be done with full consent and in complete consultation with the family, in a way that truly honors his sacrifice for the nation and the legacy he has left for all of us. Jai Hind."

CBFC Reviews Dhurandhar

During the hearing, Advocate Ashish Dixit, representing the CBFC, informed the Court that the certification process was still ongoing and that the objections raised by the petitioners were under review. The Court noted that the CBFC could consult the Indian Army if necessary before granting certification. However, the Board has now concluded that such consultation is not required, as the film does not depict any real Army officer or actual military operation.

This follows extensive arguments in court over the petition filed by Major Sharma’s parents, who sought to halt the film’s release. Justice Sachin Datta questioned the claim that Dhurandhar was inspired by Major Sharma, noting that only the trailer was available and no evidence showed a close resemblance. While disposing of the petition, the Court instructed the CBFC to consider the family’s objections before finalising certification.

Film Release Set for December 5

The petitioners argued that the film, marketed as “inspired by true events,” mirrored elements of Major Sharma’s personality, operations, and sacrifice, which they claimed violated his dignity, posthumous privacy, and personal rights. Filmmakers, represented by Senior Advocate Saurabh Kirpal, countered that the petition was premature and baseless, emphasising that Dhurandhar is entirely fictional and unrelated to Major Sharma.

With the CBFC’s fresh review now complete and objections dismissed, the certification process will proceed according to guidelines. Dhurandhar, a Hindi-language spy-action thriller directed by Aditya Dhar, stars c. The film is scheduled for release on December 5.