Central Board of Film Certification: News
'Sholay: The Final Cut' restores original climax, James Bond line
Sholay (1975) was re-released on Friday, as Sholay - The Final Cut, featuring its original climax plus three added scenes.
'Sholay' re-release gets 'U' certificate; no cuts enforced
The iconic Bollywood film Sholay (1975) will be re-released as Sholay - The Final Cut, featuring the original climax and two deleted scenes.
'Mamta Child Factory' loses censor battle; to skip theatrical release
The makers of the long-stuck film Mamta Child Factory have decided to skip a theatrical release and go for a direct-to-OTT premiere.
'Kis Kisko Pyaar...2' gets U/A certificate with 1 cut
The upcoming comedy film, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, has been granted a U/A 16+ certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Karthi's 'Vaa Vaathiyaar' gets U/A certificate; release date confirmed
The upcoming Tamil film Vaa Vaathiyaar, starring Karthi and Krithi Shetty, has been awarded a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
CBFC passes Kapil Sharma's 'Kis Kisko...2' without any cuts
Anukalp Goswami, who has written the 2015 film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon and worked on many of Kapil Sharma's television shows, is now gearing up for his directorial debut with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2.
Is Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' about Major Mohit Sharma? Synopsis suggests otherwise
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cleared Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar for release on Tuesday, after a re-examination ordered by the Delhi High Court.
'Dhurandhar' gets CBFC nod; Major Sharma's brother seeks disclaimer
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cleared Aditya Dhar's upcoming film Dhurandhar as a "work of fiction," following a petition from the family of late Major Mohit Sharma seeking a stay on its release.
'Dhurandhar' becomes Ranveer's first 'A' rated film
Ranveer Singh's upcoming action entertainer, Dhurandhar, has reportedly been given an "A" certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Dhurandhar' work of fiction, confirms CBFC amid Major Sharma controversy
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the release of Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh.
'Dhurandhar': Court orders CBFC to consider Major Mohit's family's objections
The Delhi High Court has directed the Central Board of Film Certification to consider the objections raised by Ashoka Chakra awardee Major Mohit Sharma's family before certifying Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar.
Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Akhanda 2' gets U/A certificate; check lengthy runtime
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the much-awaited action entertainer Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna.
Major Mohit Sharma's family seeks stay on Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar'
The family of late Major Mohit Sharma has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court, seeking an immediate stay on the release of Dhurandhar, reported Bar and Bench.
'Gustaakh Ishq' gets U/A 13+ certificate; here's what was changed
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) recently cleared the Hindi film Gustaakh Ishq with a U/A 13+ certificate.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' to be over 3 hours long?
Ranveer Singh's upcoming film, Dhurandhar Part 1, is reportedly set to be Bollywood's longest film since Jodhaa Akbar (2008; three hours and 33 minutes).
'Tere Ishk Mein' cleared by CBFC with only 1 cut
Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's upcoming romantic drama, Tere Ishk Mein, is set to hit theaters on Friday, November 28.
'Revolver Rita': Keerthy Suresh's crime-comedy gets U/A certificate
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the action-comedy entertainer Revolver Rita for release with a U/A certificate.
'Mastiii 4': CBFC asks for these changes in sex comedy
The much-awaited sex comedy Mastiii 4, directed by Milap Zaveri, hit the screens on Friday. The film stars Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani, and Vivek Oberoi.
Delhi HC to hear PIL against '120 Bahadur' next week
The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for November 26 on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certificate granted to the upcoming Bollywood film, 120 Bahadur.
'120 Bahadur' to be released with 0 cuts in theaters
The much-awaited war drama, 120 Bahadur, starring Farhan Akhtar and directed by Razneesh Ghai, is set for a limited release on Friday, November 21.
'Mastiii 4' gets 'A' certificate; 'animal humping' scene deleted
The fourth installment of the popular adult comedy franchise, Mastiii, Mastiii 4, has been awarded an "A - Adult Only" certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
CBFC was 'really nice to us...': 'Agra' director Kanu Behl
Kanu Behl, the director of the recently released film Agra, has spoken about the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) cuts in his movie.
CBFC passes Ajay's 'De De Pyaar De 2' without cuts
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has passed the upcoming film De De Pyaar De 2 without any cuts, reported Bollywood Hungama.
'Haq' releases tomorrow: Cast, runtime, budget, plot, box office prediction
The upcoming film Haq, starring Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam, is set to hit theaters on Friday, November 7.
'Border 2': Varun Dhawan turns army hero in intense first-look
The makers of Border 2, T-Series and JP Films, have unveiled the first look of actor Varun Dhawan in the upcoming film.
Emraan-Yami's 'Haq' cleared with zero cuts in 5 countries
The upcoming film Haq, starring Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam, has been cleared for release in five countries with zero cuts.
'Jatadhara' gets 'A' certificate: See cast, plot, and release date
The upcoming supernatural thriller, Jatadhara, starring Sonakshi Sinha and Sudheer Babu, has received an 'A' certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Mamta Child Factory' v/s CBFC heats up; show-cause notice issued
Director Mohsin Khan has hit back at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for calling his film Mamta Child Factory a dubbed version.
Delhi HC refuses to stay Paresh Rawal's 'The Taj Story'
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday declined an urgent hearing for a petition seeking to stay the release of Paresh Rawal's upcoming film, The Taj Story.
Why is a BJP leader objecting to 'Taj Story' release?
Rajneesh Singh, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson from Ayodhya, has filed a complaint with the Information and Broadcasting Ministry and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) against the upcoming Bollywood film The Taj Story.
CBFC tussle: Kerala HC watches 'Haal'; next hearing on Thursday
The Kerala High Court recently watched the Malayalam film Haal, which is at the center of a legal dispute over alleged censorship.
CBFC asks 'Thamma' to reduce kissing scene, alter dialogues
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has demanded several cuts in the upcoming horror-comedy Thamma, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna.
Kerala HC to screen 'Haal' amid beef biriyani controversy
The Kerala High Court has decided to watch the Malayalam film Haal as part of its ongoing judicial scrutiny over the movie's content and certification process.
'Santosh' is not getting an OTT release after all
The Indian digital release of Sandhya Suri's critically acclaimed film Santosh has been delayed once again due to censorship issues, reported Deadline.
Shah Bano's daughter sends legal notice to 'Haq' makers, CBFC
A legal dispute has erupted between the makers of Haq and the daughter of the late Shah Bano Begum, Siddiqua Begum.
'Haal': CBFC objects to beef biriyani scene; makers move HC
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly asked the makers of the Malayalam film Haal to remove certain scenes and dialogues from the film, citing religious sensitivities.
CBFC clears 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' with these cuts
Ahead of its release on Thursday, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cleared the romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with a U/A 13+ certificate.
CBFC clears 'Kantara: Chapter 1' with 0 cuts
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1 without any cuts to action or violent scenes, reported Bollywood Hungama.
'Jolly LLB 3' reviews: What netizens said about Akshay-Arshad's film
The much-anticipated courtroom drama, Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, has finally hit the theaters.
Bollywood celebrates when others' films fail, claims Anurag Kashyap
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently opened up about his latest film Nishaanchi, which has been granted a UA certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), and the process behind securing the certificate.
'OG' gets U/A certificate; trailer coming this week
The much-anticipated film They Call Him OG, starring Pawan Kalyan and Emraan Hashmi, has reportedly received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Why is CBFC not letting 'Mamta Child Factory' release?
Mohsin Khan, the director of the upcoming Hindi film Mamta Child Factory, has claimed that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is delaying his movie due to its surrogacy theme.
CBFC passes Anurag Kashyap's 'Nishaanchi' with no scene cuts
Anurag Kashyap's latest crime comedy, Nishaanchi, required modifications to curse words in 12 instances as requested by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Jolly LLB 3' gets CBFC nod; minor changes required
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has given a U/A 16+ rating to the upcoming film Jolly LLB 3, led by Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi.
'Bhaukne do': Paresh Rawal on criticism surrounding 'Ajey'
Paresh Rawal, who plays Mahant Avaidyanath in Ajey: The Untold Story Of A Yogi, has defended the film amid criticism.
'Ajey' director breaks silence on legal battle with CBFC
The biopic on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, titled Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, has been caught up in legal battles with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
IMPPA asks PM Modi's help in lifting 'Bengal Files' ban
The Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPPA) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the ongoing controversy surrounding The Bengal Files.
'Bengal Files': Calcutta HC dismisses plea by Bengali revolutionary's family
In a major relief for director Vivek Agnihotri, the Calcutta High Court on Monday dismissed a petition that sought to challenge the portrayal of freedom fighter Gopal Chandra Mukherjee alias "Gopal Patha" in his film The Bengal Files.