Kangana Ranaut AGREES to proposed cuts: CBFC to Bombay HC

Kangana Ranaut is the actor-director and co-producer of the film Emergency. The actress has reportedly agreed to the suggested cuts proposed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for Emergency. As per the submissions by advocate Abhinav Chandrachud representing CBFC, to a Bombay High Court Bench comprising Justices BP Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla, Kangana has agreed to the cuts proposed by the board’s revising committee.

The court was hearing a petition filed by Zee Studios, the co-producers of the film, which has sought the release of the censor certificate. The petition was filed after the film sparked controversy over alleged misrepresentation of the Sikh community.

Kangana Ranaut agrees to proposed cuts in Emergency

At the hearing on Monday, advocate Sharan Jagtiani representing Zee, shared with the court that Kangana has accepted the proposed cuts, further requesting to ensure that these are the only changes expected.

Actor-producer Kangana Ranaut has agreed to cuts suggested in film 'Emergency': Censor Board tells Bombay HC

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 30, 2024

“The cuts suggested don’t even touch a minute of the film. It’s just some words here and there,” Chandrachud said. With the producers seeking confirmation on the changes, the hearing has been postponed. It will now be held on Thursday.

About Emergency

Emergency, co-produced by Manikarnika Films and Zee Studios, was scheduled to release in cinemas on September 6. Taking to X Kangana Ranaut shared a post about the movie being postponed.
“With a heavy heart I announce that my directorial Emergency has been postponed, we are still waiting for the certification from the censor board, and new release date will be announced soon, thanks for your understanding and patience.”

With a heavy heart I announce that my directorial Emergency has been postponed, we are still waiting for the certification from censor board, new release date will be announced soon, thanks for your understanding and patience 🙏

— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) September 6, 2024

Controversy

The biographical drama has been caught up in controversy after Sikh organisations, including the Shiromani Akali Dal, have objected. The accusation is of the film of misrepresenting the community and misinterpreting historical facts.

The film is a biographical political thriller. It delves into the life of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who imposed a 21-month emergency period from 1975 to 1977. Kangana plays the former prime minister in the movie. Emergency has been embroiled in controversies for some time now including facing backlash from several Sikh groups.

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