Dhandoraa's theatrical run ends, rakes dismal numbers, all eyes on OTT release
Dhandoraa is a social drama that made headlines for its off-screen controversy thanks to Sivaji's controversial words about women's dressing
Dhandoraa OTT release
Last Updated: 04.39 PM, Jan 02, 2026
Dhandoraa is Sivaji’s new film that got embroiled in a massive controversy after he made some remarks about women’s dressing. Several noted actors, including Anasuya Bharadwaj and Prakash Raj, strongly condemned his comments.
This controversy adversely affected the film, as its strong subject and solid performances were largely ignored, and the film is now almost done with its theatrical run.
How much did Dhandoraa collect at the box office?
Though the film received good reviews, its box office collections have been quite disappointing. As per the latest update, Dhandoraa has collected only Rs 1.5 crore to date, according to the tracking portal Sacnilk. Considering the positive word of mouth, these numbers are disappointing, to say the least. The social drama is now nearing the end of its theatrical run.
Where to stream Sivaji’s Dhandoraa?
Dhandoraa was made on a low budget, but the makers have entered a safe zone thanks to the OTT deal. We at OTTplay have already revealed that Amazon Prime Video has acquired the digital rights to the film for a fancy price and will stream it in the second week of February 2026. Since a section of the audience missed the film in theatres, there is decent hype for its OTT release.
What is the storyline of Dhandoraa?
Dhandoraa has been in the making for a long time and is set in a small village where the caste system is rampant. Sivaji plays a man who harbors deep hatred toward people outside his caste. When his daughter falls in love with a man from another caste, the villagers mercilessly kill him.film.
Did the Sivaji controversy affect Dhandoraa's box office outcome?
This incident deeply impacts Sivaji’s character, and how he eventually transforms into a more mature and understanding individual forms the core of the story. Nandu, Navdeep, and Ravi Krishna play key roles in the
Directed by Muralikanth Devasoth, Dhandoraa features strong music and realistically shot scenes. However, due to the lack of star power, the film failed to generate buzz after its release.
Sivaji’s controversy further discouraged audiences, leading many to skip the film in theatres. It now remains to be seen how Dhandoraa performs once it arrives on OTT. Stay tuned for more updates.
Dhandoraa FAQs
Q. Who are the main leads in Dhandoraa?
A. Nandu, Sivaji, Navdeep, and Bindu Madhavi are the main leads in Dhandoraa.
Q. Who is the director of Dhandoraa
A. Muralikanth has directed the film, which is based on honor killings
Q. Where to stream Dhandoraa after its release?
A. You can stream the film on Amazon Prime after its release