Residents of Lyari have reportedly raised strong objections following the massive success of Dhurandhar 2, demanding compensation from filmmaker Aditya Dhar after the film crossed the Rs 1000 crore mark at the box office.

Lyari residents demand share in Dhurandhar 2 profits

According to reports, a group of residents from Lyari has sought Rs 500 crore, alleging that the film portrays their locality in a negative light. They claim that the depiction has reinforced stereotypes and damaged the reputation of the area, which is often associated with crime in popular narratives. The residents argue that such portrayals can have long-term social consequences, impacting how people perceive the community.