Mumbai’s civic body has started taking action against filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s production company. The Dhurandhar 2 shoot repeatedly violated safety norms. The violations have raised serious concerns about the safety of the crew and the public. BMC’s decision could affect ongoing and future shoots for the film in Mumbai.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has asked for a permanent ban on B62 Studio’s filming permissions in Mumbai. This request comes after multiple violations during a recent shoot in South Mumbai’s A ward.
Safety Violations During Dhurandhar 2 Shoot
BMC officials reported that several rules were broken during the Dhurandhar 2 shoot. On one occasion, crew members used cooking gas cylinders on set. This action breached safety regulations. On another occasion, the crew changed the shooting location without informing authorities. Because of these repeated violations, BMC officials in A ward wrote to the Deputy Municipal Commissioner, urging the blacklisting of the studio. No official action has been taken yet.
Previously, Mumbai police filed a complaint against Dhurandhar 2 for unauthorized drone usage during the shoot. These violations highlight the studio’s disregard for safety protocols.
BMC’s Response and Penalties
A BMC official discussed the situation with a media organisation. The official explained that B62 Production House, Komal Pokhriyal, and Nasir Khan would face a permanent ban from applying for filming permits in Mumbai. Authorities will send notices to these applicants. Copies of the notices will also go to Maharashtra Film Cell and BMC’s Business Cell Head.
Additionally, BMC proposed a ₹1 lakh penalty for unauthorized filming on a rooftop and unapproved generator van use. The studio’s security deposit of ₹25,000 has been seized. While the studio has not yet been officially blacklisted, BMC is moving forward with the proposal for further action.
Drone Incident and Legal Action Against Location Manager
Earlier, Mumbai police filed a case against the location manager of Dhurandhar 2. The case relates to unauthorized drone use during the shoot in South Mumbai’s Fort area. No permissions were obtained to fly the drone. As a result, an FIR was filed against Rinku Rajpal Valmiki under Section 223 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) on February 1. The location manager ignored the necessary approvals, violating safety laws.
Filmmakers Must Prioritize Safety
The ongoing issues with Dhurandhar 2 highlight serious safety lapses on movie sets. These repeated violations, such as unauthorized drone use and improper safety measures, have raised concerns about industry accountability. As BMC continues to enforce its regulations, filmmakers must prioritize safety during shoots. Failure to follow rules can result in penalties and damage to reputation.
This situation reminds all production companies to follow safety regulations and cooperate with authorities. Ensuring the safety of the crew and the public during filming should always be a top priority.
