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Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' CLEARED by CBFC; release date to be announced 'soon'

Actor-BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Thursday confirmed that her movie 'Emergency' has finally been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

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Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' makers agree to CBFC cuts; film to be resubmitted for certification

Zee Entertainment Enterprises, co-producer of Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' film, on Friday told the Bombay High Court it has agreed to the cuts suggested by the Censor Board.

The Times of India

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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Prasoon Joshi at TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand: We have to make efforts to ensure that culture doesn't get lost in the noise

At the recent TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand, celebrated lyricist and chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Prasoon Joshi, spoke passionately about the importance of staying true to one's cultural roots, particularly in the context of Uttarakhand's growing film and creative industries. Known for his innovative approach, Joshi shared…

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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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Kangana Ranaut claps back at SAD chief Simranjit Singh Mann's comments: This country will never stop trivialising rape

The Shiromani Akali Dal's (SAD) Amritsar chief, Simranjit Singh Mann has come under fire for his comments against actress and BJP MP, Kangana Ranaut.

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'Deadpool and Wolverine' advance Day 1 collections of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer soars to Rs 7.84 crore

The much-anticipated Marvel superhero film 'Deadpool and Wolverine,' starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, is making a significant impact on the global box office and is already creating waves in India. Early box office estimates from Sacnilk.com reveal that the film has raked in an impressive Rs 5.87 crore in…

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Can a change in the Censor Board's rating system help ease India's censorship woes? An ETimes Exclusive

The Indian audience is no stranger to watching films getting cut, blurred and beeped over the years. One may say we've almost grown immune to it, but that was until we were introduced to the unfiltered and unadulterated world of OTT.

The Times of India

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…

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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

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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’

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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.

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Netflix bows to censorship, stops streaming uncut Indian films globally

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

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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal' cleared by CBFC with 'A' certificate; director Sandeep Reddy Vanga confirms film's 3-hour runtime

The anticipation surrounding Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming film, 'Animal' is only building by the day. As the film gets ready for its December 1 release, director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, on Thursday revealed that the film has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with an 'A' certificate.

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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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Case against Rajinikanth’s Jailer dismissed as withdrawn

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