Central Board of Film Certification: News
31 Jul 2024
Adil Hussain'Ulajh': Censor Board mutes expletives 'f--k,' 'c---a,' blurs vulgar gesture
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted a U/A certificate to the forthcoming film Ulajh, featuring Janhvi Kapoor in the lead, following several mandated edits.
30 Jul 2024
Box Office'Vedaa' back-on-track for release after CBFC clearance; know what happened
The forthcoming film Vedaa, starring John Abraham and Sharvari, has been granted a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) without any cuts.
27 Jul 2024
John Abraham'Been ghosted': Nikkhil Advani as 'Vedaa' faces CBFC clearance hurdles
Nikkhil Advani, the director of the much-anticipated action drama Vedaa, starring John Abraham and Sharvari, has expressed his shock over the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) silence on the film's clearance.
25 Jul 2024
AR RahmanDhanush's 'Raayan' will get extra shows in Tamil Nadu!
Dhanush's milestone 50th film, Raayan, is set to premiere on Friday.
17 Jul 2024
Box OfficeMakers bow down: 'Indian 2' shortened by 12 minutes
Kamal Haasan's latest film, Indian 2, has been trimmed by 12 minutes to provide a more streamlined viewing experience.
16 Jul 2024
Vicky Kaushal'Bad Newz': Vicky-Triptii's 27-second kiss scene censored by CBFC
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly censored a 27-second kissing scene from the forthcoming film Bad Newz.
08 Jul 2024
Kamal HaasanCensor scissors strike again: 'Indian 2' loses shot to CBFC
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has recently instructed several modifications to the film Indian 2, directed by S Shankar.
06 Jul 2024
Anirudh Ravichander'Indian 2': Why Shankar picked Anirudh over AR Rahman
After a long wait, the sequel to the 1996 smash hit Indian is set to roar into theaters on July 12, which reunites the dream team of director Shankar and Kamal Haasan.
06 Jul 2024
Raashii KhannaTushar Hiranandani reshoots 'strong scenes' of 'The Sabarmati Report'
Director Tushar Hiranandani, fresh off the success of his recent hit Srikanth, is currently reshooting parts of the upcoming political thriller The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey.
05 Jul 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Indian 2' secures UA certification, runtime revealed
The much-awaited film, Indian 2, has been granted a UA certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), making it suitable for all age groups.
24 Jun 2024
Dev Patel'Monkey Man': CBFC stalls release; film's fate uncertain: Report
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in India has postponed the release of Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, without officially banning it, per a report by The Hindu.
18 Jun 2024
Rohit Saraf'Ishq Vishk Rebound': CBFC blurs middle-finger visuals; grants U/A certificate
The forthcoming youthful Bollywood entertainer, Ishq Vishk Rebound, is set to hit the screens this week.
26 Apr 2024
Dev PatelWhile 'Monkey Man' release faces delay in India, piracy abounds
The highly anticipated film, Monkey Man, starring Dev Patel, has had its Indian release postponed due to non-clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
14 Apr 2024
Balaji Motion Pictures'LSD 2' faces CBFC scrutiny; Section 377 disclaimer demanded: Report
The Central Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) is reportedly closely scrutinizing the upcoming film Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 (LSD 2).
11 Apr 2024
Ajay DevgnKarnataka High Court lifts ban on 'Maidaan'
On Thursday, the Karnataka High Court revoked a temporary ban on the screening of the Hindi film Maidaan.
06 Apr 2024
Dev PatelDev Patel's 'Monkey Man' release stalls in India amid controversy
Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, is facing potential obstacles for its release in India due to its "political undertones" and "references to Hindu mythological characters," reportedly.
05 Apr 2024
Pinarayi VijayanExplained: Row over 'The Kerala Story' broadcast on Doordarshan
Doordarshan's decision to telecast the controversial "The Kerala Story" movie on Friday has triggered a political storm in Kerala.
20 Mar 2024
Kunal KemmuCBFC asks 'Madgaon Express' to alter drug references, 'semi-nude' scenes
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has awarded a U/A certificate to Kunal Kemmu's upcoming comedy-drama Madgaon Express, slated for theatrical release on Friday.
18 Mar 2024
Kapil SharmaCensor Board suggests these revisions to Tabu's dialogues in 'Crew'
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly suggested alterations to the dialogues in the upcoming comedy heist film Crew, starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon.
05 Mar 2024
Ajay Devgn'Shaitaan': CBFC certification and runtime details of Ajay Devgn starrer
Ajay Devgn is a bonafide superstar in Bollywood and the actor is now gearing up for the release of supernatural thriller Shaitaan.
29 Feb 2024
Telugu Films'Operation Valentine': Varun Tej's Bollywood debut's censorship, runtime details out
Get ready, Telegu cinephiles! Varun Tej and Manushi Chhillar's highly anticipated Telugu-Hindi film, Operation Valentine, is set to hit theaters on Friday.
07 Feb 2024
Bollywood'Teri Baaton Mein...' faces CBFC's wrath; intimate scenes chopped
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, an upcoming quirky romantic musical featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, is set to premiere on Friday.
17 Jan 2024
Pankaj TripathiPankaj Tripathi's 'Main Atal Hoon' gets 'U/A' certification; runtime revealed
The highly anticipated biographical drama, Main Atal Hoon, directed by Ravi Jadhav, is set to hit theaters on Friday.
11 Jan 2024
Prabhas'Kalki 2898 AD' teaser: Prabhas-Deepika starrer gets 'U/A' certificate
Get ready for an epic cinematic experience as the teaser for the much-anticipated Indian film, Kalki 2898 AD, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and is set to release during the Sankranti holidays.
05 Jan 2024
Tamil Cinema'Ayalaan' trailer release time revealed; know everything about Sivakarthikeyan starrer
Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure as Sivakarthikeyan's much-awaited sci-fi action flick, Ayalaan is set to premiere on January 12, just in time for the Pongal festival.
04 Jan 2024
Dhanush'Captain Miller': Cast, story, and release date of Dhanush starrer
Dhanush is a bonafide star of Tamil cinema and the actor is known for his dynamic range. The actor is currently gearing up for the release of his upcoming actioner Captain Miller and is set to hit theaters on January 12, 2024, during the Pongal festival.
20 Dec 2023
HollywoodJason Momoa's 'Aquaman 2' dubbed versions' release date postponed
The highly anticipated film of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is set to hit Indian theaters on Thursday in English.
18 Dec 2023
AnimalWas CBFC honcho removed due to controversy over Ranbir's 'Animal'
Ravinder Bhakar, former CEO of the Censor Board of Film Certification, was shown the exit door about a week ago, with Smita Vats Sharma replacing him.
03 Nov 2023
Bollywood'Dunki': CBFC certifies 6 teasers of Shah Rukh Khan starrer
Shah Rukh Khan delighted fans on his 58th birthday by unveiling the first glimpse of his forthcoming film, Dunki. This comedic drama, helmed by acclaimed director Rajkumar Hirani, marks the debut collaboration between the superstar and the esteemed filmmaker.
03 Nov 2023
Bollywood'Tiger 3': CBFC grants U/A certificate with minor audio cuts
The much-awaited film Tiger 3, featuring Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Emraan Hashmi, has received a U/A rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) without any visual edits.
03 Oct 2023
OTT releasesAkshay Kumar's 'OMG 2' on OTT: When, where to watch
Following a successful theatrical run, Akshay Kumar-led OMG 2 is now set to debut on OTT.
01 Oct 2023
Karan JoharKaran Johar, Ektaa Kapoor, others to discuss CBFC issues, more
A crucial meeting of Bollywood's prominent filmmakers and actors is reportedly set for October 10.
30 Sep 2023
Ministry of Information and BroadcastingCBFC corruption row: Vishal thanks I&B Ministry for swift response
Tamil actor Vishal has thanked the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for taking swift action on his corruption allegations against some officials at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
13 Sep 2023
Tamil CinemaVijay's 'Leo' to release in UK with zero cuts
The highly anticipated film Leo by director Lokesh Kanagaraj, starring Thalapathy Vijay, is set to release worldwide on October 19.
24 Aug 2023
National Film AwardsNational Film Awards 2023 announcement begins in 1 hour
National Film Awards is one of the most prestigious awards pertaining to cinema. The National Film Development Corporation of India will present the award to the best films of Indian cinema. The anticipation among fans is huge as we witnessed an incredible range of films.
01 Aug 2023
Lok SabhaParliament greenlights Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill: What will change for industry
In a significant move to protect the film industry from piracy and unauthorized screenings, Lok Sabha on Monday passed the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023—following its approval by Rajya Sabha last Thursday.
01 Aug 2023
BollywoodAkshay Kumar's 'OMG 2's theatrical runtime locked
OMG 2 is touted to be a game-changer for superstar Akshay Kumar, who was having a drought at the box office. The film was going through some tussle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) regarding its certification.
25 Jul 2023
BollywoodAlia Bhatt opens up about CBFC's cuts on #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is one of the most anticipated films of 2023. It marks the return of the quintessential Bollywood romance. It also marks Karan Johar's return to directing after seven years.
23 Jul 2023
Karan Johar'RRKPK': CBFC recommends dialogue changes, cuts in Alia-Ranveer starrer
The release of Karan Johar's highly-anticipated film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani—starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh—is less than a week away.
12 Jul 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '72 Hoorain' to hear the death knell soon
72 Hoorain has fallen flat on its face as the film has shown little to no improvement going by its box office collection. In the last five days, it has struggled to mint Rs. 2 crore at the box office.
