Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Dhurandhar Crew Illness in Leh Due to Contamination
The filming of the movie 'Dhurandhar,' starring Ranveer Singh, was briefly disrupted when about 120 crew members got sick in Leh.
Initially, there were rumors that the illness was caused by bad food or budget cuts.
However, it was later determined that the problem was a widespread contamination of chicken in the area.
The film's production team says they always prioritize health and safety, and they are taking extra precautions.
The movie is almost finished and will be released in December 2025.
Approximately 120 crew members of the film 'Dhurandhar' fell ill in Leh.
Initial reports suggested the cause was poor food quality or cost-cutting.
Authorities confirmed the incident was linked to a wider chicken contamination in Leh.
Production insiders denied cost-cutting and emphasized crew safety.
The film is in its final weeks of shooting and is scheduled for a December 5, 2025 release.
- Who
- Crew members of the film 'Dhurandhar'.
- What
- Around 120 crew members of the film 'Dhurandhar' were hospitalized in Leh.
- When
- Recently, during the film's shoot.
- Where
- Leh, Ladakh.
- Why
- Due to a widespread chicken contamination issue in Leh.
Cost-Cutting Allegations
Health and Safety Prioritized
Cause of Illness
Cost-Cutting Allegations
Reports suggested that the illness was due to poor food quality or cost-cutting on set.
Health and Safety Prioritized
Insiders denied cost-cutting and attributed the illness to wider chicken contamination.
- Film Title
- Dhurandhar
- Lead Actor
- Ranveer Singh
- Director
- Aditya Dhar
- Location
- Leh
- Incident
- Mass illness due to contamination
- Release Date
- December 5, 2025
Sources
‘Dhurandhar’ shoot halted as over 100 crew members hospitalized in Leh
Food Poisoning Halts Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar Shoot in Leh
Dhurandhar: Insider Rubbishes ‘Cost-Cutting’ Reports After Crew Members Fall Sick Due To Food Poisoning In Leh
