Dhurandhar hits Netflix UAE as leaked Dhurandhar 2 image ignites Bade Saab theories

After a record-shattering theatrical run, Dhurandhar has arrived on Netflix in the UAE, giving audiences another chance to experience Ranveer Singh’s high-octane spy thriller ahead of its much-anticipated sequel.

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film crossed a staggering Rs13 billion at the global box office, cementing its place as one of 2025’s biggest Bollywood action hits. The Netflix release, available in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, has further expanded the film’s reach across the region, where it continues to trend among the platform’s most-watched titles.

As excitement builds for Dhurandhar 2, a leaked image from the sequel’s shoot has set social media abuzz, reigniting speculation around the franchise’s most mysterious character, Bade Saab.

Viral image fuels sequel buzz

The leaked photograph, believed to be from the sets of Dhurandhar 2, shows Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal in character. Dutt reprises his role as SP Chaudhary Aslam, while Rampal is seen as Major Iqbal. The image has sparked intense debate among fans, many of whom believe it holds crucial clues to Bade Saab’s true identity.

An X user who shared the image suggested a compelling theory: what if Major Iqbal is Bade Saab himself? The post speculated that SP Aslam could be informing Iqbal that Hamza Ali Mazari was responsible for Rehman Dakait’s murder, a revelation that would allow Iqbal to secretly monitor and manipulate Hamza’s actions while maintaining his cover.

“This leaked image opens up so many possibilities,” the user wrote, triggering a wave of fan theories and frame-by-frame analysis online.

The mystery of Bade Saab

In the first film, Bade Saab is referenced repeatedly but never revealed. He is portrayed as a shadowy puppet master operating at the intersection of organized crime, terrorism, and political power. The film ends with Ranveer Singh’s undercover agent Hamza adding Bade Saab to his hit list, positioning the character as the central force driving the sequel.

With Major Iqbal now seen interacting closely with SP Aslam, many fans believe Dhurandhar 2 may finally unmask Bade Saab, setting the stage for a deeper conspiracy and a more personal conflict for Hamza.

Sequel hype grows despite teaser delay

While reports had earlier claimed that the Dhurandhar 2 teaser would release alongside Border 2, that did not materialize. Instead, the leaked set image has delivered an unexpected jolt of excitement, keeping fans firmly engaged as they await official footage.

Additional photos and videos from a shoot near Fort, Mumbai, have also surfaced online, fueling speculation that a teaser or trailer may be in the works.

Release date and box office clash

Titled Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, the sequel is set for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026, coinciding with Eid, Gudi Padwa, and Ugadi. The film is expected to face stiff box office competition from Kannada action thriller Toxic, starring Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara.

All eyes on Bade Saab

With Dhurandhar finding renewed popularity on Netflix and leaks dominating online conversations, anticipation for the sequel is at an all-time high. As fans dissect every detail and theory around Bade Saab gains momentum, Dhurandhar 2 is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most closely watched Bollywood releases.