Dhurandhar, the highest-grossing Indian film of 2026 with over ₹1,300 Cr in global collections, walked away empty-handed from the Zee Cine Awards 2026 despite receiving a staggering 28 nominations.
The award show snub comes just days after the Dhurandhar team rejected an award from The Hollywood Reporter India, adding to the ongoing controversy surrounding the film’s recognition.
No Show, No Award Policy?
Industry insiders suggest that a “No Show, No Award” policy might be at play. Notably, none of the core cast or crew from Dhurandhar attended the Zee Cine Awards ceremony.
Director Aditya Dhar and lead actor Ranveer Singh were both absent from the event, fueling speculation that their non-attendance directly impacted the film’s chances.
Fans React to the Snub
The film industry and fans have reacted with shock to the outcome. Many took to social media questioning how a film that dominated the box office and earned critical acclaim could leave an awards show without a single trophy.
The situation highlights the growing tension between award ceremonies and filmmakers over attendance expectations versus merit-based recognition.