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Central Board of Film Certification: News

24 Mar 2026
Akshay Kumar

Akshay's 'Bhooth Bangla' gets UA/16 rating; releases on April 10

The upcoming film Bhooth Bangla, produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and starring Akshay Kumar, has been awarded a UA/16 certification by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

20 Mar 2026
Aditya Dhar

'Dhurandhar 2': Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam versions certified; runtime revealed

The Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam versions of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge have received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reported Hindustan Times.

20 Mar 2026
Israel

'Voice of Hind Rajab': Oscar-nominated Gaza film 'blocked' by CBFC?

The Indian release of The Voice of Hind Rajab, an Oscar-nominated Tunisian film about the death of a five-year-old girl during the Israel-Gaza war, has been "blocked" by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reported Variety.

18 Mar 2026
Dinesh Vijan

'Cocktail 2' teaser certified, to be attached to 'Dhurandhar 2'

The much-anticipated sequel to the 2012 hit film Cocktail, titled Cocktail 2, is set to release on June 19.

18 Mar 2026
Ranveer Singh

'Dhurandhar: Revenge' release: What did CBFC demand to certify film

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has passed the much-anticipated film Dhurandhar: The Revenge with an A certificate, reported Bollywood Hungama.

18 Mar 2026
Aditya Dhar

'Dhurandhar 2': Will preview shows in America get delayed?

Ranveer Singh's upcoming film, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, is reportedly facing some last-minute issues.

17 Mar 2026
Armaan Malik

Nora Fatehi's 'Sarke Chunar...' song removed after NHRC notice 

The recently released song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the film KD: The Devil has landed in legal trouble.

13 Mar 2026
Bollywood

CBFC makes subtitles compulsory for all Indian films: Reports

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has announced a new rule that will require all Indian films to have subtitles and audio descriptions.

09 Mar 2026
Madras High Court

Will Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' get delayed again? 

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) revising committee screening on Monday for Thalapathy Vijay's highly-anticipated film Jana Nayagan has reportedly been canceled.

07 Mar 2026
Bobby Deol

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' to finally release in May?

Thalapathy Vijay's much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan is expected to finally hit the big screens in May 2026, reported Valai Pechu.

05 Mar 2026
Ranveer Singh

When will the trailer for 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' come out?

The much-awaited trailer of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, will be released on Friday, March 6, reported NDTV.

04 Mar 2026
Box Office

'Absolute trash': Vipul Shah-Sudipto Sen feud over 'Kerala Story 2'

The release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has reignited the controversy surrounding the franchise, with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah hitting back at former collaborator and director Sudipto Sen's criticism of the sequel's research.

27 Feb 2026
Kerala

Kerala HC lifts stay on 'The Kerala Story 2' release

The Kerala High Court has lifted the stay on the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, reported Live Law.

27 Feb 2026
Kerala

What is happening with 'The Kerala Story 2'?

The release of The Kerala Story 2 is stuck.

26 Feb 2026
Kerala

Kerala HC stays 'Kerala Story 2' release for 15 days

The Kerala High Court has issued a 15-day stay on the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, just a day before its scheduled premiere.

25 Feb 2026
Kerala

'Kerala Story 2' makers appeal against HC screening; here's why

The Kerala High Court is currently hearing petitions against the release of The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond.

24 Feb 2026
Kerala High Court

Kerala HC raises concern over 'The Kerala Story 2' certification

The Kerala High Court has raised concerns over the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) decision to certify The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond.

24 Feb 2026
Vipul Amrutlal Shah

'Kerala Story 2' gets U/A 16+ certificate after several cuts

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has asked for 16 modifications or cuts in The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond.

22 Feb 2026
Anurag Kashyap

'Makers are greedy': Anurag Kashyap calls 'Kerala Story 2' 'propaganda'

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently lambasted The Kerala Story 2, calling it "bullsh*t propaganda."

22 Feb 2026
Upcoming Movies

'Charak' denied CBFC certification; Sudipto Sen says 'truth is uncomfortable'

Sudipto Sen, the director of The Kerala Story, has found himself in a new controversy with his upcoming film Charak: Fair of Faith.

21 Feb 2026
Anirudh Ravichander

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' to finally release in June?

The makers of superstar Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan, are eyeing a strategic release.

21 Feb 2026
Kerala High Court

'Not campaign of...misinformation': Shiv Sena leader backs 'Kerala Story 2'

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has defended the upcoming movie The Kerala Story 2 amid a political storm.

20 Feb 2026
Akshaye Khanna

'Dhurandhar 2' not certified yet; still in the shooting process

Contrary to recent reports claiming that Dhurandhar 2 has been certified and its runtime finalized, a report by India Today has revealed that the film hasn't been submitted for certification yet.

20 Feb 2026
Goa

'Toxic': Yash refuses to 'give up' in stylish, gory teaser 

The much-anticipated first teaser of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Kannada superstar Yash, has been released. The film marks his return to the big screen after four years since KGF: Chapter 2.

20 Feb 2026
Tamil Nadu

'Jana Nayagan' faces this new hurdle in release

Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film Jana Nayagan is facing another hurdle in its release journey.

19 Feb 2026
Central Government

Kerala HC issues notice to producer over 'Kerala Story 2'

The Kerala High Court has issued notices to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Central Board of Film Certification, and the producer of The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond.

19 Feb 2026
Aditya Dhar

'Dhurandhar 2' cleared by censor board; see run time here

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has approved the much-awaited film Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar.

18 Feb 2026
Box Office

Yash's 'Toxic' plot leaked online; film rated 18+

The much-anticipated film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, has had its plot details revealed.

15 Feb 2026
Pooja Hegde

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' to release after April 2026?

The much-awaited Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has been delayed further.

10 Feb 2026
Madras High Court

'Jana Nayagan' producers withdraw HC plea against CBFC

The producers of Jana Nayagan, starring actor-politician Vijay, have withdrawn their legal challenge against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

09 Feb 2026
Chennai

'Jana Nayagan' release approaching? Producers withdraw Madras HC petition 

The producer of the upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan has decided to withdraw a writ petition it had filed against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

06 Feb 2026
Anubhav Sinha

Taapsee's 'Assi': Writer talks about challenges of penning court drama

Gaurav Solanki, the writer of Taapsee Pannu's upcoming courtroom drama Assi, has expressed hope that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) will not impose any cuts or changes to the film.

31 Jan 2026
Vijay

Vijay opens up on 'Jana Nayagan' delay, Karur stampede

Actor-turned-politician Vijay recently spoke about his upcoming film Jana Nayagan being stuck in limbo after it couldn't secure a certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

27 Jan 2026
Madras High Court

Madras HC sets aside previous order allowing 'Jana Nayagan' release

In a significant development, the Madras High Court has set aside an earlier order that allowed the release of Thalapathy Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan.

27 Jan 2026
Box Office

In 53 days, Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' grosses ₹1,000cr in India

Ranveer Singh's latest film, Dhurandhar, has reportedly crossed the ₹1,000cr gross mark at the Indian box office.

24 Jan 2026
Bollywood

Rani's 'Mardaani 3': 14 scenes modified; check final runtime

Rani Mukerji's upcoming film Mardaani 3 is set to hit theaters on January 30.

24 Jan 2026
Madras High Court

'Jana Nayagan' censor row: HC verdict scheduled for January 27

The Madras High Court will deliver its verdict on January 27, 2026, regarding the CBFC's appeal against a single judge's order to grant a U/A 16+ certificate for actor Vijay's film Jana Nayagan.

22 Jan 2026
Diljit Dosanjh

'Border 2' gets U/A 13+ rating; no cuts made

The much-awaited film Border 2 has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 13+ rating, reported Bollywood Hungama.

21 Jan 2026
Aditya Dhar

Aditya Dhar plans to sell 'Dhurandhar' broadcast rights as package

The success of Dhurandhar (2025) has made its sequel one of the most awaited films of 2026.

20 Jan 2026
Madras High Court

Madras HC reserves order in Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' release case

In a significant development, the Madras High Court reserved its order in the appeal filed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) against a single judge's directive to grant a U/A 16+ certificate to Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan.

20 Jan 2026
Madras High Court

CBFC tells court 14 cuts for 'Jana Nayagan' were provisional

The 14 cuts mandated by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in the upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, were "intermediary" and not final.

20 Jan 2026
Aditya Dhar

'Dhurandhar 2' is now 'The Revenge'; teaser gets 'A' certificate

The sequel to the blockbuster film Dhurandhar will be titled Dhurandhar The Revenge, reported Bollywood Hungama.

17 Jan 2026
Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji's 'Mardaani 3' gets U/A certificate; runtime revealed

The third installment of the Mardaani franchise, starring Rani Mukerji, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 16+ certificate, reported Bollywood Hungama.

15 Jan 2026
Aamir Khan

'Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos' gets CBFC nod with minimal cuts

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the upcoming film Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos with an "A" certificate, albeit with a few changes, reported Bollywood Hungama.