Central Board of Film Certification: News
Kajol's 'Maa' expected to earn ₹6.5cr on Day 1
Kajol's much-awaited horror film, Maa, hit the theaters on Friday. The Vishal Furia directorial has been released in competition with Housefull 5 and Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par.
'Maa' advance booking begins with 'buy 2 get 1' offer
Actor-producer Ajay Devgn has announced an exciting "buy 2 get 1" offer on the advance bookings of his upcoming supernatural horror film, Maa.
'Sardaar Ji 3' to concert restrictions: Diljit Dosanjh's major controversies
Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, who has made a name for himself in Bollywood and internationally with his music, is known for his down-to-earth nature.
Arjun Rampal wonders how 'Punjab '95' will 'survive' censorship issues
Actor Arjun Rampal, who plays a CBI officer in Punjab '95, has expressed his frustration over the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)'s demand for 127 cuts.
Kajol's 'Maa' gets rare U/A 16+ certificate despite horror genre
The upcoming Bollywood film Maa, starring Kajol, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) without any cuts.
'Censored before release?': Dosanjh's cryptic post amid 'Sardaarji 3' controversy
Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh recently reposted an Instagram Story that read, "Censored before release?"
'Sardaar Ji 3' trailer backlash: Film bodies to boycott Dosanjh
The trailer of Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming Punjabi movie Sardaar Ji 3 has confirmed Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's presence in the ensemble cast.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' gets U/A certificate, screen-count revealed
Aamir Khan returns to the big screen after a three-year hiatus with Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual sequel to his 2007 blockbuster Taare Zameen Par.
Aamir's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' earns around ₹4cr from advance bookings
Aamir Khan's upcoming film, Sitaare Zameen Par, is creating a buzz ahead of its release on Friday.
'Sitaare Zameen...': Aamir Khan's film to follow unique distribution strategy
The highly anticipated Sitaare Zameen Par is all set to hit theaters on Friday, June 20.
No early-morning shows or price hikes for 'Sitaare Zameen Par'
The much-anticipated film, Sitaare Zameen Par, is set to hit theaters soon.
'Kuberaa' gets U/A certificate with 19 cuts, runtime revealed
Dhanush's upcoming film Kuberaa, directed by Sekhar Kammula, has reportedly been given a U/A certificate with 19 cuts by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' gets CBFC clearance
Aamir Khan's latest movie, Sitaare Zameen Par, has finally received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), as per Bollywood Hungama.
'Unprecedented backlash': Why Unni Mukundan's 'Marco 2' was shelved
Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan recently confirmed that the sequel to his hit action film Marco won't be happening.
What's delaying Aamir's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' CBFC certificate?
Aamir Khan's much-anticipated film Sitaare Zameen Par is facing a delay in its certification process by the Central Board of Film Certification.
FWICE asks CBFC to deny certification to 'Sardaar Ji 3'
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has requested the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) not to grant a certificate to Diljit Dosanjh's forthcoming film Sardaar Ji 3.
Dosanjh's 'Punjab 95' director reveals CBFC demanded 127 cuts
Honey Trehan, the director of Punjab '95, starring Diljit Dosanjh, has revealed that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has asked for 127 cuts to the film.
'Sardaar Ji 3': Diljit promises love, laughter in new poster
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3.
CBFC cuts words like 'item' from 'Housefull 5'
The upcoming Bollywood film Housefull 5 has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 16+ certificate. However, some changes were recommended to the makers.
'Housefull 5' to have 2 different endings: Find out
The upcoming Sajid Nadiadwala production, Housefull 5, will reportedly have two different endings.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' gets U/A certificate with surprising twist
The much-awaited Akshay Kumar starrer, Housefull 5, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, has been given a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
CBFC approves 'Dhadak 2' after 16 cuts, modifies caste references
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has finally greenlit Dhadak 2 after ordering 16 cuts, reported The Hindu.
Dadasaheb Phalke festival denies allegations of selling awards
The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) has strongly refuted recent allegations of fraud and extortion against its CEO, Abhishek Mishra, and Managing Director, Anil Mishra.
Anshuman Jha's 'Lord Curzon Ki Haveli' bags US deal
Buffalo8, a leading American film and media company, has acquired the international distribution rights of the Indian dark comedy thriller Lord Curzon Ki Haveli (Lord Curzon's Manor).
'Sholay' to rerelease in 2025; may feature unseen, original ending
The 1975 Bollywood classic, Sholay, directed by Ramesh Sippy, will be re-released in theaters on August 15, 2025.
Find out where 'Housefull 5' will stream following theatrical run
The much-awaited fifth installment of the beloved Bollywood franchise, Housefull 5, will release in theaters on June 6, 2025.
CBFC clears 'Housefull 5' teaser ahead of June 2025 release
The theatrical teaser for the much-anticipated Bollywood movie, Housefull 5, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
SC may ban explicit content on OTT, social media
The Supreme Court of India will hear a petition on Monday seeking a ban on sexually explicit content on over-the-top (OTT) and social media platforms.
CBFC approves 'Thunderbolts*' with U/A certificate; check runtime
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has ordered the muting of five objectionable words in the Hollywood superhero film Thunderbolts*.
CBFC approves Aamir's 'Sitaare...' trailer; to screen with 'Raid 2'
The trailer of Aamir Khan's highly anticipated movie Sitaare Zameen Par has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Film doesn't exaggerate history, represents it: 'Phule' director amid controversy
Ananth Mahadevan, the director of the much-anticipated film Phule, spoke about the controversy surrounding its release.
'Phule' director Ananth Mahadevan: We can't ignore the past
In an interview, Ananth Mahadevan, the director of Phule, opened up about the film's take on caste and gender discrimination.
Suriya's 'Retro' gets U/A certificate ahead of May release
The most-awaited Tamil film Retro, featuring Suriya, has cleared its censor formalities and was awarded a U/A certificate.
'Casteism hai ya...': Anurag Kashyap slams CBFC over 'Phule' controversy
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has taken to social media to slam the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for stalling the release of Anant Mahadevan's film, Phule. The film's release was stalled after a section of the Brahmin community objected to it.
Pratik urges Brahmin groups to watch 'Phule' before judging it
Actor Pratik Gandhi, who plays the lead role in the biopic Phule, has expressed disappointment over the film's postponed release due to objections by Brahmin groups.
CBFC suggested amendments, not cuts: Director on 'Phule' controversy
Phule's director, Ananth Mahadevan, has clarified that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) proposed some changes to the upcoming film but suggested no cuts.
CBFC removes caste references from 'Phule'—a biopic on social reformers
Is it a biopic on social reformers if mention of caste discrimination gets erased?
'L2: Empuraan' is on fire! Mohanlal-Prithviraj's film eyes ₹250cr
Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran's latest venture, L2: Empuraan, is on a roll!
'Empuraan' producer asks director Prithviraj to alter film amid controversy
Producer Gokulam Gopalan has asked director-actor Prithviraj Sukumaran to alter Empuraan amid allegations that the film hurt some viewers' sentiments.
Shahana Goswami's 'Santosh' won't release in India after all
The critically acclaimed film Santosh, directed by British-Indian filmmaker Sandhya Suri, has reportedly been refused release in India over the portrayal of police brutality, misogyny, and Islamophobia.
'Sikandar' advance booking: Salman Khan starrer has already collected ₹6.22cr
The much-anticipated action thriller Sikandar, headlined by Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, arrives in theaters on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
CBFC passes 'Sikandar' with UA 13+ and minor political edits
Salman Khan's much-anticipated film, Sikandar, has gotten a UA 13+ rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' gets UA certificate; check runtime
Salman Khan's much-anticipated film, Sikandar, directed by AR Murugadoss, has finally been cleared for release by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).