In a surprising move, Netflix has decided to remove all scenes featuring Urvashi Rautela from the Telugu-language action drama "Daaku Maharaj" just before its scheduled release on the streaming platform. This decision, made after internal discussions, has left fans of the actress both confused and disappointed.
The film, which stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, was a massive hit in theaters, grossing over ₹105 crore. However, Netflix's announcement poster for the OTT release notably excluded Urvashi Rautela, leading to speculation and backlash on social media. Despite her significant role in the theatrical version, her scenes have been entirely cut from the digital release.
In an attempt to address the situation, Netflix released individual character posters, featuring Urvashi Rautela's image twice to make up for the earlier exclusion. However, this move did little to appease fans, who continued to question the rationale behind her complete removal from the film.
The controversy surrounding Urvashi Rautela's exclusion may be linked to her recent comments about a stabbing incident involving Saif Ali Khan, which were perceived as insensitive. Coupled with her promotional tactics, these factors may have influenced Netflix's decision to exclude her from the OTT version.
Overall, the removal of Urvashi Rautela's scenes from "Daaku Maharaj" has sparked a debate about the fairness of such decisions and their impact on the film's narrative and fan reception. As the movie premieres on Netflix on February 21, viewers eagerly await to see how the edited version will be received.