Central Board of Film Certification: News
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.
11 Jul 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '72 Hoorain' shows no chances of revival
Amid the new releases, 72 Hoorain is performing the worst at the box office. The film did not have hype and failed to create word-of-mouth buzz among viewers. The Ashoke Pandit bankrolled project made headlines for the makers' "tussle" with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) regarding its trailer certification.
10 Jul 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: '72 Hoorain' crashes on first weekend
72 Hoorain produced by Ashoke Pandit dabbled with some controversy when the trailer had some issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film was released on July 7 and has no buzz. The film has not been raking in much and it seems to have a tough ride at the box office.
09 Jul 2023
Box Office#BoxOfficeCollection: Ashoke Pandit's '72 Hoorain' fails to make a mark
Following the unexpected success of The Kerala Story, 72 Hoorain last month made headlines for its contentious subject.
28 Jun 2023
BollywoodAshok Pandit questions CBFC for not certifying '72 Hoorain' trailer
The "wrath" of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) continues!
24 May 2023
BollywoodKangana Ranaut slams states that banned 'The Kerala Story'
Kangana Ranaut is known for her fiery opinions. The actor has never minced her words and has been in the headlines for the same. Recently, the Queen actor visited a temple in Haridwar, where she was asked about the ongoing controversy regarding the Sudipto Sen directorial The Kerala Story.
24 Mar 2023
BollywoodAnubhav Sinha's 'Bheed' faces the wrath of CBFC; details inside
Central Board of Certification (CBFC) is infamous for its censorship which panders to the serving government. Many a time, directors have waged legal cases against the institution for vehement censorship.
24 Jan 2023
PathaanSRK-starrer 'Pathaan' to go through another censorship for OTT release
Pathaan is the most anticipated film of 2023. From record-breaking advance bookings to previously shut single screens being re-opened, fans are eagerly waiting for the actioner.
14 Jan 2023
AdipurushPIL against Prabhas-starrer 'Adipurush'; Allahabad HC seeks censor board's reply
The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow Bench has issued a notice to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), seeking its reply on a public interest litigation (PIL) filed against the upcoming film Adipurush by one Kuldeep Tiwari.
08 Jan 2023
TabuArjun Kapoor-Tabu-Konkona starrer 'Kuttey' receives CBFC 'A' certificate; check runtime
Aasmaan Bhardwaj's directorial debut, the anxiously-anticipated Kuttey is all set to knock on theaters on Friday (January 13).
29 Dec 2022
PathaanCBFC advises changes to 'Pathaan' amid 'Besharam Rang' controversy
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has advised the makers of Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan to undertake some changes to the film, along with the songs, and then submit a revised version for certification.
03 Nov 2022
Bollywood Films#NewsBytesExplainer: Wondering how censor board works? Know everything about it
Ahead of every film's release, it's mandatory for the makers to submit the film to the Indian censor board, now known as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
09 Oct 2022
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann Khurrana's 'Doctor G' gets 'A' certificate from CBFC
Ahead of its release on October 14, Ayushmann Khurrana-Rakul Preet Singh-Shefali Shah starrer social comedy Doctor G has been rated "A" by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
29 Aug 2022
BollywoodKartik Aaryan shoots down tobacco endorsement deal worth Rs. 9cr
Bollywood's "Shehzada" Kartik Aaryan is winning hearts after he reportedly decided to turn down a tobacco endorsement deal that would have brought in the moolah.
23 Apr 2022
AcharyaCBFC awards U/A certification for 'Runway 34', 'Acharya', 'Doctor Strange'
Moviemakers have recently been on a spree of releasing new films.
30 Jun 2021
BollywoodOver 1,400 filmmakers-actors sign letter protesting proposed Cinematograph Act amendments
In a major change to the censorship laws over entertainment endeavors in the country, the Indian government will be able to review any movie, even after it has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
08 Apr 2021
EntertainmentFCAT abolished, HC only option for aggrieved filmmakers; celebrities react
The Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT), a statutory body constituted to hear appeals by filmmakers aggrieved by the orders of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), has been dissolved.
06 Jan 2021
Pahlaj NihalaniEx-CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani opens up about his controversial tenure
The former chief of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and movie producer Pahlaj Nihalani had received heavy criticism during his tenure.
04 Nov 2020
Censor Board (CBFC)No 'Joker' on Indian TV "since the movie glorifies violence"
Path-breaking DC movie Joker, starring Joaquin Phoenix, will not be screened on Indian satellite TV channels.
29 Oct 2020
Akshay KumarAfter controversy, Akshay Kumar's 'Laxmmi Bomb' renamed 'Laxmii'
The title of Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Laxmmi Bomb has been changed to Laxmii.
10 Oct 2020
Deepika Padukone"Depression ki dukan": Kangana takes apparent dig at Deepika
Today, as the world marks Mental Health Day, actor Kangana Ranaut used the opportunity to encourage fans to watch her film Judgementall Hai Kya, which revolves around a woman struggling with mental health issues.
13 Aug 2020
Netflix'Gunjan Saxena': IAF writes to Censor Board over negative portrayal
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has written to film certification body Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), thereby objecting to its alleged negative portrayal in the biographical film Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl.
28 Jun 2020
MeerutSwara Bhasker trolled for her new web series 'Rasbhari'
Swara Bhasker, who never shies away from commenting on issues concerning women and portraying herself as a righteous feminist, is now facing the wrath of netizens for all wrong reasons, thanks to her new web series Rasbhari.
19 Dec 2019
Bollywood'Dabangg 3': Makers remove controversial scenes from 'Hud Hud Dabangg'
Following severe backlash over allegations of hurting religious sentiments, the makers of Salman Khan's much-awaited movie Dabangg 3 have "voluntarily" removed certain scenes from the movie's title track Hud Hud Dabangg.
30 Nov 2019
X#BoycottDabangg3 trended heavily on Twitter: Here's why
A couple of weeks back, the first song from Salman Khan's much-awaited cop-drama Dabangg 3 came out.
29 Jun 2019
BollywoodAmid backlash, 'Mental Hai Kya' gets a new title
Courtesy a much-awaited re-union of Queen co-stars Kangana Ranaut and Rajkummar Rao, quirky posters, and major controversy around its title, Mental Hai Kya has been in the news for a while.
08 Apr 2019
IndiaSC refuses to give Modi biopic's copy to Congress' activist
The Supreme Court on Monday said it cannot pass an order on the release of PM Narendra Modi, a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi starring Vivek Oberoi, as the movie is yet to be certified by the Censor Board.
04 Apr 2019
Narendra ModiBJP denies links with Modi's biopic, but supports release
In a new development, the Bharatiya Janata Party distanced itself from the biopic on PM Narendra Modi, but told Election Commission it supported the release of the movie.
12 Feb 2019
Alia Bhatt'Gully Boy': Ranveer-Alia's kissing scene chopped by CBFC
It's just a day left for the release of Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt-starrer Gully Boy and the excitement amongst the audience is palpable.
25 Jan 2019
MumbaiAfter being offered front-row seats, 'Thackeray' director leaves premiere hall
Controversy erupted on Thursday during the movie screening of Thackeray in Mumbai after director Abhijit Panse and his family were asked to sit in the front row.
14 Jan 2019
Kapil SharmaShatrughan Sinha shares a funny incident on Kapil Sharma's show
Kapil Sharma is back with The Kapil Sharma Show, and how.
28 Dec 2018
MumbaiProducer Sanjay Raut wants 'Thackeray' uncensored like Balasaheb Thackeray
Thackeray released its first trailer on December 26 and offered a look at the rise of Balasaheb Thackeray and his actions while in power as founder and head of the Shiv Sena party.
26 Dec 2018
Shiv Sena'Thackeray' trailer reveals the leader's power, but film faces censorship
Thackeray released its first trailer today, December 26, after much anticipation among fans following the two teasers that gave them a peek into the life of Balasaheb Thackeray, the leader on whom the film is based.
11 Nov 2018
Bollywood#RangeelaRaja controversy: Some people are conspiring against me, claims Govinda
After the box office failure of his last release 'FryDay', Govinda is back with another movie 'Rangeela Raja' and he has high hopes from it.
11 Nov 2018
UttarakhandBJP leader alleges film 'Kedarnath' promoting love jihad, demands ban
A senior BJP leader yesterday demanded a ban on 'Kedarnath', an upcoming film set against the backdrop of a catastrophic deluge that hit the Himalayan shrine in 2013, alleging that it hurts the sentiments of Hindus and promotes love jihad.
05 Nov 2018
Bombay High CourtNihalani, famous for chopping scenes, approaches HC against Censor Board
There was a time when former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahlaj Nihalani was known to be at loggerheads with filmmakers for chopping scenes.
04 Nov 2018
KedarnathSara Ali Khan's 'Kedarnath' to face protests for promoting 'love-jihad'?
Just days after the release of its much-loved teaser, Sara Ali Khan's debut movie 'Kedarnath' has been hit by controversy once again.
20 Sep 2018
India'Manmarziyaan': Miffed Anurag slams production house for deleting 'objectionable' scenes
Anurag Kashyap, whose voice on pressing issues can't (and shouldn't) be silenced, has expressed discontent over the treatment meted to his directorial venture 'Manmarziyaan'.
06 Sep 2018
Bollywood'Loveratri' is a beautiful title, doesn't demean any culture: Salman
Superstar Salman Khan has said his upcoming home production 'Loveratri' does not disrespect or demean any culture.
12 Aug 2018
GoaActors smoking on-screen to convey anti-smoking message through short films
The government is looking into suggestions by a panel that short films could be made to convey an anti-smoking message to viewers by the "same actor who is depicted as smoking on screen", Anurag Srivastava, the CEO of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), said.
21 Jul 2018
India5 Indian films which got banned by the Censor Board
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) takes the onus of clearing and certifying films in India.
