'Emergency': Kangana Ranaut reluctantly agreed to CBFC's cuts
Kangana Ranaut's much-anticipated film, Emergency, a biopic on late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has faced significant hurdles with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). However, it seems that the movie is finally on its way to release. On Monday, the CBFC informed the Bombay High Court that Ranaut and her team have agreed to make the suggested cuts by the Revising Committee. Despite this agreement, sources indicate that the team is not entirely pleased with these changes.
Ranaut's team reluctantly agreed to CBFC's suggested cuts
Ranaut and co-producer Zee Entertainment have reportedly agreed to the suggested cuts out of disappointment over the prolonged delay in the film's release. A source close to the film told Mid-Day, "Even though the team is not happy with the cuts, they have given in to the CBFC's demands in order to release Emergency on time." The source added that despite these challenges, they are eager for audiences to understand democracy through their film.
'Emergency' faced certification delays and controversy
Last month, Zee Entertainment knocked on the High Court's door, claiming that the Censor Board was dragging its feet on certifying the film. During a hearing on September 26, the CBFC hinted that Emergency could hit theaters if "some cuts" were made. The film was originally set to release on September 6, but it's been caught up in a controversy over the delay in getting its release certificate.
'Emergency' accused of misrepresenting Sikh community
The biographical drama has faced some heat from Sikh groups, including the Shiromani Akali Dal, who claim the film misrepresents their community and gets historical facts wrong. Zee Entertainment Enterprises had earlier approached the Bombay High Court, saying they got an email with the release certificate, but the board insisted that wasn't the final certificate. The next hearing is set for Thursday, October 3.
