Kangana's 'Emergency' postponed—yet again! What's the reason this time
Kangana Ranaut's upcoming political drama Emergency, where she essays the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has been postponed from its initial release date of September 6 (Friday). Per reports, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has yet to certify the movie. This development follows the recent controversy surrounding the film's trailer, which has been criticized for its portrayal of "anti-Sikhs" scenes.
Ranaut addressed certification delay in social media video
The actor and BJP MP, Ranaut, addressed the certification delay in a video shared on her social media on August 30. She clarified, "There have been rumors circulating that my film Emergency has been certified by the Censor Board. This is not true." She further revealed that while the film had initially received clearance, the certification process was halted due to numerous death threats against CBFC members.
'Emergency' faces backlash over portrayal of Sikhs
The controversy surrounding Emergency was sparked by the release of its trailer, released on August 14. It depicted Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a prominent figure in the Khalistan movement, offering votes to Gandhi's party in return for a separate Sikh state. This portrayal led to a legal notice being sent to the CBFC by the Delhi unit of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), demanding a halt to the film's release.
'Emergency' accused of depicting Sikhs as 'terrorists, anti-nationals'
The Telangana Sikh Society has also accused Emergency of depicting Sikhs as "terrorists and anti-nationals," a portrayal they find offensive. The Delhi unit of the SAD had previously called for a ban on the film and sent a legal notice to the CBFC. Initially scheduled for release in November 2023, it was first postponed to June, and then to September 6. The recent delay marks the third postponement of the film.
