The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated stringent action against filmmaker Aditya Dhar's production banner, B62 Studios, following alleged violations during the Mumbai shoot of their upcoming film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Citing repeated breaches of filming conditions, the civic body has recommended permanent blacklisting of the production house, potentially barring them from future filming permissions. This move underscores the BMC's strict stance on maintaining public safety and adherence to guidelines during film productions.
Key Allegations Against B62 Studios
The controversy began with a shoot conducted on February 7 and 8 in South Mumbai. While permission was granted, authorities allege that the production team violated crucial police conditions explicitly prohibiting the use of crackers and flammable materials on set. Following these initial breaches, a subsequent application for filming on February 13 and 14 was cancelled by officials due to the prior violations.
Repeated Breaches and Seizure of Evidence
A fresh application was later filed for filming between 12:30 am and 4:00 am on February 14. This time, conditional approval was given after B62 Studios' applicants assured authorities that no flammable materials would be used. However, police reportedly received complaints around 12:45 am on February 14 regarding the use of flammable torches during filming. Civic officers promptly responded, reaching the spot within 15 minutes and seizing five lit torches from the location. After this second alleged violation, the production team reportedly informed authorities that fire-related visuals would be created using visual effects (VFX) instead.
Proposed Penalties and Blacklisting
The BMC's A ward office has not only recommended permanent blacklisting but also proposed substantial penalties against B62 Studios and its applicants. These include:
• A fine of Rs 1 lakh for allegedly shooting on a building terrace and deploying two generator vans without proper authorization.
• Forfeiture of the Rs 25,000 security deposit submitted by the applicant.
Furthermore, the A ward office has sought approval to formally register the seized items and proceed with penalties against Komal Pokhriyal, Nashir Khan, and B62 Studios. If approved, these actions would significantly impact the production house and named individuals, preventing them from securing future filming permissions through the state film corporation portal. This decisive action by the BMC serves as a strong reminder to all production houses to strictly adhere to regulatory guidelines to avoid severe consequences.
