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Central Board of Film Certification: News

18 Sep 2026
Indian Government

No drug warning, no certification: Centre tweaks film rules

The Indian government has introduced a new rule that mandates the inclusion of anti-drug warnings in films that depict drug use or trafficking.

'A violation...': CBFC warns against screening of Umar Khalid documentary

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has raised concerns over the proposed screening of a documentary on jailed activist Umar Khalid at the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIIT-Hyderabad).

17 Sep 2026
Diljit Dosanjh

CBFC reshuffle explained: Why did the government change members?

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has been reconstituted with 18 new members for a three-year term.

16 Sep 2026
Bollywood

Kunal Kemmu-Preity Zinta's 'Vibe' faces minor edits by CBFC

The Central Board of Film Certification passed the upcoming film Vibe with an 'A' certificate on September 11.

15 Sep 2026
Salman Khan

Salman's 'Maatrubhumi' still stuck with CBFC over China references?

Contrary to recent reports, Salman Khan's upcoming film Maatrubhumi will reportedly not be screened for the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) next week.

14 Sep 2026
Kareena Kapoor Khan

CBFC clears Meghna Gulzar's 'Daayra' without any visual cuts

The upcoming investigative thriller Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and directed by Meghna Gulzar, recently received an 'A' rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

12 Sep 2026
Kareena Kapoor Khan

Kareena's 'Daayra' and Kunal Kemmu's 'Vibe' certified 'A' by CBFC

Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's upcoming investigative thriller Daayra has been awarded an 'A' certification by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reported Bollywood Hungama.

10 Sep 2026
Delhi High Court

'Kala Hiran' not ready for release due to CBFC delay

Amit Jani, the producer of the upcoming film Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy, has told the Delhi High Court that the movie is not ready for release.

09 Sep 2026
Akshay Kumar

'Haiwaan': All cuts, replacements behind 'U/A 16+' rating

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the upcoming film Haiwaan with a U/A 16+ certificate, reported Bollywood Hungama.

08 Sep 2026
Akshay Kumar

Saif, Akshay's 'Haiwaan' gets green light from CBFC

The much-awaited thriller Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, has been granted a U/A 16+ certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

03 Sep 2026
Huma Qureshi

Yash's 'Toxic' English version releases tomorrow: What's different?

The English version of the much-anticipated film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, starring Yash, has been awarded an 'A' certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

03 Sep 2026
Ajay Devgn

'Drishyam The Conclusion' trailer cleared by CBFC: See the rating

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the trailer for Drishyam The Conclusion with a 'U/A 16+' rating.

03 Sep 2026
Huma Qureshi

Yash's 'Toxic' keeps falling; global gross crosses ₹320cr

The gangster drama Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups, starring Yash and Kiara Advani, has crossed the ₹230cr mark in India.

02 Sep 2026
Box Office

Yash's 'Toxic' records growth for the first time; collects ₹315cr

Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is holding strong at the box office. It recorded growth in its daily net collection for the first time on its seventh day.

01 Sep 2026
Huma Qureshi

Yash's 'Toxic' falls hard; global gross crosses ₹300cr

The gangster drama Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara, has crossed the ₹300 crore mark in worldwide gross collections.

31 Aug 2026
Abhishek Banerjee

Despite 'A' rating, CBFC cuts 'Mirzapur' intimate scenes, mutes abuses

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has given an "A" certificate to Mirzapur: The Movie, starring Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal. However, the board has asked for several cuts and modifications before handing over the censor certificate.

30 Aug 2026
Abhishek Banerjee

'Mirzapur: The Movie' gets 'A' certificate; check lengthy runtime

The much-anticipated Mirzapur: The Movie, directed by Gurmmeet Singh, is all set to hit theaters on September 4.

26 Aug 2026
Huma Qureshi

What did CBFC cut from 'Toxic's Hindi version?

The much-awaited Yash starrer, Toxic, hit theaters on Wednesday.

21 Aug 2026
Kiara Advani

Yash's gangster drama 'Toxic' gets 'A' certificate without cuts

The much-awaited film Toxic, starring Yash, has passed its biggest pre-release test.

20 Aug 2026
Bollywood

CBFC's new rule: No edits after certification

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) recently amended Rule 33 of the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, thus barring filmmakers from making any changes to their movies after they have been certified.

18 Aug 2026
Ravi Teja

Ravi Teja-Priya Bhavani Shankar's 'Irumudi' gets U/A rating

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the upcoming film Irumudi, starring Ravi Teja and Priya Bhavani Shankar, for release with a U/A certificate.

14 Aug 2026
South Indian Cinema

CBFC clears Prithviraj's 'Khalifa' with U/A certificate

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the much-awaited revenge thriller Khalifa, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran.

14 Aug 2026
Huma Qureshi

Yash's 'Toxic': Find out CBFC certification, run time, cast details

Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has been certified with an A (adults only) certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), confirmed Variety India.

13 Aug 2026
Shruti Haasan

'Train': Vijay Sethupathi's action-thriller gets U/A certificate

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared director Mysskin's action thriller Train, starring Vijay Sethupathi, for release with a U/A certificate.

06 Aug 2026
Box Office

'Awarapan 2' gets UA 16+ rating, CBFC orders 9 changes

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted a UA 16+ certificate to Emraan Hashmi's upcoming film Awarapan 2.

29 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Of India

SC refuses to ban 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' movie

The Supreme Court of India has denied a request to prohibit the release of the animated movie Mahaprabhu Jagannath.

27 Jul 2026
Tom Holland

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' gets U/A 13+ rating; check runtime

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has given a U/A 13+ certificate to the upcoming Hollywood film Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

27 Jul 2026
Box Office

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan': Minors in 'A'-rated film disrupt Chennai screenings

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay's latest film, Jana Nayagan, faced an unexpected obstacle on July 26, Sunday.

24 Jul 2026
Tamil Cinema

'No matter what happens...': Vijay fiercely supported 'Jana Nayagan' director

Director H Vinoth recently opened up about the censor board controversy that delayed his film Jana Nayagan by six months.

24 Jul 2026
Pankaj Tripathi

'Ohh My Dog' cleared with U/A certificate after these changes

Amit Rai's upcoming film, Ohh My Dog, has been awarded a 'U/A' certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reported Variety India.

24 Jul 2026
Ali Fazal

Sunny Deol's 'Batwara 1947': CBFC certificate, runtime, release date

Sunny Deol's upcoming historical drama Batwara 1947 has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) without any cuts. The film is now gearing up for its scheduled theatrical release on August 14.

23 Jul 2026
Vijay

'Jana Nayagan' review: Vijay's final film is a bloated mess

Superstar and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's swansong Jana Nayagan has had a long, turbulent journey to theaters.

23 Jul 2026
Ali Fazal

CBFC clears Sunny Deol's 'Batwara 1947' with 0 cuts: Report

Sunny Deol's upcoming historical drama Batwara 1947 has been granted a censor certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reportedly, without any cuts.

21 Jul 2026
Box Office

'Jana Nayagan' likely to debut with whopping ₹100cr global collection!

After several hurdles, including a Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) delay and an online leak before its release, Thalapathy Vijay's farewell film Jana Nayagan is set to hit theaters on Thursday.

20 Jul 2026
Tamil Nadu

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' teaser: 'Thalapathy' is ruthless in actioner

The makers of the highly-anticipated Tamil film Jana Nayagan have finally released a new teaser, offering fans a glimpse into the action-packed world of the movie.

20 Jul 2026
China

Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi' confirmed to release this year

Salman Khan's upcoming film Maatrubhumi will not be delayed beyond 2026, the makers confirmed on Monday.

72nd National Film Awards winners to be announced today

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will announce the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards on Saturday at 5:30pm.

17 Jul 2026
Bobby Deol

What changes did 'Jana Nayagan' undergo to secure release?

The upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan is set to hit theaters on July 23.

16 Jul 2026
Ali Fazal

'Mirzapur: The Movie' targets 'A' certificate for theatrical release

Gurmmeet Singh, the director of Mirzapur: The Movie, has revealed that his team is aiming for an 'A' certification.

16 Jul 2026
AR Rahman

'Ramayana' trailer gets CBFC's green signal with 'U' certificate

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the trailer for the upcoming film Ramayana, granting it a 'U' certificate.

15 Jul 2026
Pooja Hegde

'Jana Nayagan': CM Vijay reveals new poster, release date

After months of uncertainty, actor-turned-politician Vijay has confirmed that his much-delayed film Jana Nayagan will be released in theaters on July 23.

15 Jul 2026
Tamil Nadu

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' gets new release date: All we know

After months of delays and legal battles, the much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan, starring Tamil superstar Vijay, has finally locked its release date.

12 Jul 2026
Diljit Dosanjh

'Against India's integrity': Government committee backs ban on 'Satluj'

A committee formed by the Central government to review the film Satluj has recommended that the ban on its public access via online streaming platforms should continue.

11 Jul 2026
Arjun Rampal

'Satluj' removed from ZEE5 internationally after India takedown

Diljit Dosanjh's latest film, Satluj (formerly titled Punjab 95), has been taken down from ZEE5's international library just days after its removal from the platform in India.

11 Jul 2026
Bombay High Court

'Satluj' row: Central government mulling certification for OTT films

The central government is considering amending the Information Technology Act to require all films available for public viewing on any platform to acquire a certification, even if not released theatrically.

10 Jul 2026
Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' gets censor nod without cuts

Christopher Nolan's much-awaited film, The Odyssey, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) without any cuts.

10 Jul 2026
Pooja Hegde

CBFC clears Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' after months: Here's what changed

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has finally cleared Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's much-anticipated final film Jana Nayagan, after months of delay.

09 Jul 2026
Akkineni Nagarjuna

Akhil Akkineni's 'Lenin' gets U/A certificate; check runtime

Actor Akhil Akkineni is making a comeback to the big screen after three years with his action drama Lenin.