The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) informed the Bombay High Court that Kangana Ranaut, the director and producer of the biographical drama Emergency, has agreed to the modifications proposed by the censor board. The film, which faced delays due to objections raised by certain Sikh organizations and certification issues, is now expected to move forward after these changes.
In a petition filed by Zee Entertainment Enterprises, the co-producer of the movie, the company sought a directive for the CBFC to issue the certification required for the film’s release. The court, led by Justices BP Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla, heard the petition on Monday.
Emergency, originally set for a September 6 release, faced controversy surrounding its portrayal of historical events, especially after opposition from Sikh groups. Despite the setbacks, the CBFC has now confirmed that the agreed-upon cuts will not impact the overall runtime or the film’s length.
CBFC’s counsel Abhinav Chandrachud assured the court that the revisions made by Manikarnika Films, Ranaut’s production house, are minor and would not exceed one minute of the film. The court has adjourned the matter until October 3, asking both sides to finalize the details.
Key Highlights:
- CBFC and Kangana Ranaut Agreement: Ranaut has accepted the CBFC’s proposed edits for Emergency, clearing the way for its certification.
- Controversy Resolved: The film faced objections from Sikh organizations and delays in certification, but the court has given time for final confirmation on changes.
- Release Progress: The minor cuts approved by the CBFC will not alter the movie’s length, allowing it to move forward with the release process.