The Madras HC rules that CBFC overstepped its powers by sending Vijay's film to a revising committee even after the producers carried out the changes demanded by the censor board.
At heart of controversy are allegations of scenes ‘hurting religious sentiments’ & misrepresenting armed forces, further complicated by procedural wrangles at CBFC.
Board seeks 15 cuts in the film, including scenes showing beef biryani & rakhi, and portions with phrases like one that translates to 'the Sangh will protect'. Makers move Kerala HC.
Censor board later changed its stance, said it was ready to greenlight film for release if title is changed to ‘Janaki V’ and the name is muting in one scene, to which makers agreed.
Ruling came on TDP petition that claimed film Vyuham defamed many political leaders of the party and revolved around cases that are currently subjudice.
Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti raises objections over film 'Adipurush'. It also demands abolition of minority affairs ministry & removal of word 'minority' from descriptions of religious groups.
Representatives from various film bodies held a meeting with I&B Ministry to suggest changes in India's film certification process, including keeping pace with OTT.
Adopting standardised ratings, descriptors & technical measures will help platforms like Netflix and Hotstar build trust within consumers, government stakeholders.
Nick Jonas is not trying to modernise the mangalsutra, but his gesture shows that choices can be equal. If commitment must be flaunted, it need not be gendered.
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