A recent controversy surrounded the upcoming digital release of Daaku Maharaj on Netflix, with rumors suggesting that actress Urvashi Rautela’s scenes had been removed. However, a source from Netflix has firmly denied these claims, stating that the reports are “absolutely false.”
The Rumors and Speculation
Daaku Maharaj, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, and Urvashi Rautela, is set to premiere on Netflix on February 21. The film, which had a theatrical release, gained significant attention, but not all of it was positive. Reports surfaced claiming that Netflix had edited out Urvashi’s scenes before its OTT debut, sparking discussions about last-minute changes.
The speculation grew after Netflix released a promotional poster featuring key cast members, but without Urvashi. Fans immediately noticed her absence, leading to rumors that her role might have been significantly cut or removed.
Netflix’s Response
A source close to Netflix quickly dismissed these claims. Speaking exclusively to The Free Press Journal, the source stated, “This is absolutely false. There’s no truth to the reports. Nothing has been cut by Netflix. The same theatrical run of Daaku Maharajwill be released on OTT.”
Urvashi’s Role and Film’s Performance
Urvashi Rautela played a prominent part in Daaku Maharaj, actively promoting the film before its theatrical release. Her energetic dance sequences and presence in promotional materials indicated a substantial role in the movie.
The film performed decently at the box office, collecting Rs 90.93 crore across all languages in India within 30 days. Worldwide, it reached Rs 125.8 crore. However, its Hindi release did not fare as well, earning only Rs 37 lakh. Despite this, the movie’s performance in South Indian markets remained strong.
Fan Reactions
The controversy around Urvashi’s alleged scene removals led to a divided response from fans. Some questioned why she was absent from the promotional poster, while others speculated about behind-the-scenes decisions affecting the film’s OTT release. However, Netflix’s clarification, along with the inclusion of her images in later posts, helped settle concerns.
Social media reactions varied, with some fans expressing relief that Urvashi’s role remained intact, while others criticized Netflix for the initial lack of clarity.
Looking Ahead
With Daaku Maharaj set to release on February 21 in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, fans are eager to see if the film remains unchanged from its theatrical version. Netflix’s denial of any edits suggests that the controversy may have been based on mere speculation rather than actual content alterations.
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