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Bollywood film about anti-caste icons delayed after protests from Brahmins

India’s film certification body accused of censoring anti-caste film ‘Phule’ under pressure from so-called upper caste groups, sparking backlash over historical erasure

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India bans internationally acclaimed film over its depiction of police brutality

The Central Board of Film Certification has reportedly blocked the release of the critically acclaimed film Santosh – which the UK selected as its official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards – in India due to concerns about its depiction of misogyny, Islamophobia, and violence within the Indian police force.

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Internationally acclaimed film Santosh blocked in India over portrayal of police brutality

Award-winning film set in fictional town has already made its debut at Cannes but censors have refused to approve it for domestic release

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Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' gets green signal for release

Kangana Ranaut starrer 'Emergency' has been finally passed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Emergency film release stalled to avoid impact on BJP poll prospects: Zee to Bombay HC

Zee Entertainment, the co-producer of Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency, has told the Bombay High Court that the censor clearance is being delayed because the BJP is sceptical that the film may affect its prospects in the upcoming Haryana elections, Bar and Bench reported.

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Cannes-winning Indian film All We Imagine as Light shortlisted for Oscars by France

Payal Kapadia’s feature becomes first Indian film ever to win Grand Prix at Cannes

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Bombay HC refuses to order certification of Kangana Ranaut's Emergency

The Court has also asked the CBFC to take a decision by September 18. The next hearing in the case is scheduled for September 19. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kangana Ranaut's new film 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' announced

While Kangana still awaits the green signal from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to release her film 'Emergency', a new project of hers has been announced Read further on Dynamite News:

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Alcohol warning in Hindi, foreign films on the rise

CBFC requires anti-liquor watermarks in Hindi and foreign films featuring alcohol consumption, following Ministry of Health guidelines.

The Hindu

Centre notifies Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024

New Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024 aim to modernize film certification process, introduce age-based categories, and enhance accessibility.

The Hindu

Censor board directs makers to remove ‘Bharatha’ from title of Malayalam film Oru Bharatha Sarkar Ulpannam

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has directed the makers of the upcoming Malayalam film ‘Oru Bharatha Sarkar Ulpannam’ to remove the word ‘Bharatha’ from the title for the film to get permission for release. Though the producers have the choice to go for an appeal against the decision…

The Hindu

I&B Minister announces setting up of CBFC facilitation office in Chandigarh

Anurag Thakur announced the setting up of a regional facilitation office of the Central Board of Film Certification in Chandigarh

The Hindu

Rohit and Sasi on ‘Double Engine’: We followed a guerrilla method and wrapped up our film in 12 days

Telugu indie filmmakers Rohit Penumatsa and Sasi, popularly known and Rohit and Camp Sasi of Avanti Cinema, hold forth on the making of their new film ‘Double Engine’, set in rural Telangana. Plans are on to release their earlier film ‘Sheeshmahal’ and a new film ‘Gopi Galla Goa Trip’

The Hindu

Plea to cancel censor certificate to Telugu film Vyooham adjourned to January 28

The judge posted the matter to January 28 stating that the matter would be adjudicated after hearing contentions of the counsel for the Central Board of Film Censor.

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Surrogate ads: Delhi HC junks TV Today plea against govt’s directive to air apology

Dismissing a petition by TV Today Network, the Delhi High Court has refused to interfere with the information and broadcasting ministry’s orders directing the network’s channels to air an apology scroll for advertisements promoting brands linked to alcohol, LiveLaw reported.

The Hindu

Netflix bows to censorship, stops streaming uncut Indian films globally

Netflix stops streaming uncensored Indian films globally, with CBFC scrubbing political references & business personalities.

The Hindu

New nodal officers can block any site, app hosting pirated film content

The Information & Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry on November 3 authorised its officials and those of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to direct blocking or taking down of websites, apps or weblinks carrying pirated filmic content.

The Hindu

Gujarat High Court directs Censor Board to decide on demand for removal of ‘casteist slur’ from movie ‘Guthlee Ladoo’

The Gujarat High Court on October 12 directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to take a call in 24 hours about the use of an “offensive” term for the Valmiki community in the Hindi movie ‘Guthlee Ladoo’, scheduled to be released on October 13.

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Censor Board 'Corruption': CBI files FIR to probe bribery charges against CBFC levelled by actor Vishal

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has lodged an FIR against three persons and unidentified officials of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on the allegation of actor Vishal that he had to pay Rs 6.5 lakh to get a certificate for the Hindi-dubbed version of his film "Mark…

The Hindu

Actor Vishal bribery allegations | CBI conducts searches, registers corruption case against unknown CBFC officials, three private persons

CBI searches after registering corruption case against 3 private persons & unknown CBFC officials. Accused conspired to get ₹7 lakh bribe for Hindi movie certification. Searches conducted on 4 premises. CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi to strengthen processes to eliminate third-party interference. Actor-producer Vishal alleged he paid ₹6.50 lakh for Hindi…

The Hindu

Measures will be taken: CBFC chief says after corruption charges

CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi said processes will be strengthened to eliminate third-party interference after actor Vishal alleged corruption.

The Hindu

Case against Rajinikanth’s Jailer dismissed as withdrawn

The Hindu

PIL in Madras High Court insists on revoking UA certificate issued to Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer

Dynamite News

Film fraternity welcomes the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023

The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023, which was passed by the Rajya Sabha last week, was approved by the Lok Sabha on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Lok Sabha clears Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023

The Lok Sabha on July 31, 2023, passed the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023, days after the draft law was cleared by the Rajya Sabha. The Bill provides for fining and imprisoning people who record movies inside cinemas. It also expands the number of age ratings available to the Central Board…

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