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Central Board of Film Certification: News

15 Sep 2025
Bombay High Court

'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.

13 Sep 2025
Yogi Adityanath

'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).

09 Sep 2025
Narendra Modi

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.

08 Sep 2025
Anupam Kher

'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.

07 Sep 2025
Diljit Dosanjh

'Punjab '95' censorship: Director says CBFC wants to 'delete history'

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has been in the news for demanding several cuts in Diljit Dosanjh's long-delayed film Punjab '95.

04 Sep 2025
Anupam Kher

Revolutionary Gopal Mukherjee's grandson moves Calcutta HC against 'Bengal Files'

Shantanu Mukherjee, the grandson of Gopal Mukherjee (popularly known as Gopal 'Patha'), has approached the Calcutta High Court seeking a stay on the release of The Bengal Files in West Bengal.

04 Sep 2025
Tiger Shroff

'Baaghi 4': CBFC asks for 23 cuts despite 'A' rating

Tiger Shroff's latest release, Baaghi 4, has been given an "A" certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for its excessive violence and bloodshed.

02 Sep 2025
Bombay High Court

CBFC rejected 'Ajey' without screening: Yogi Adityanath biopic's director claims 

Director Ravindra Gautam has claimed that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) rejected his film Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi without even screening it.

01 Sep 2025
South Indian Cinema

'Added pressure': Vetrimaaran won't produce movies anymore

Renowned filmmaker Vetrimaaran, known for National Award-winning films such as Aadukalam and Asuran, has announced his retirement from producing films.

30 Aug 2025
Bollywood

'The Bengal Files' gets 'A' certificate, lengthy runtime revealed 

Vivek Agnihotri's The Bengal Files has been granted an A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after initial changes requested by the Reviving Committee (RC).

28 Aug 2025
Aditya Dhar

Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' 1st look to be screened with 'Param Sundari'

The charismatic first look of Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar will be screened in Indian theaters, starting with the release of Param Sundari, which hits theaters on Friday.

27 Aug 2025
Box Office

'Param Sundari' cleared by CBFC; visuals intact, some words muted

The upcoming rom-com Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, has cleared the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 13+ certificate.

25 Aug 2025
Madras High Court

'Coolie's 'A' certificate drama: CBFC sticks by its decision

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has defended its decision to give an adults-only ('A') certificate to Rajinikanth's latest film Coolie.

23 Aug 2025
Aditya Dhar

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' trailer gets UA 16+ certification from CBFC

The much-anticipated trailer for Ranveer Singh's upcoming film Dhurandhar has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a UA 16+ rating.

21 Aug 2025
Aamir Khan

Why are 'Coolie' makers fighting 'A' certificate now?

The producers of superstar Rajinikanth's latest action thriller Coolie have filed a petition in the Madras High Court against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

21 Aug 2025
Bombay High Court

Bombay HC to screen Yogi Adityanath film amid censorship dispute

The Bombay High Court will screen the controversial film, Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, this weekend ahead of hearing a plea from its producers.

12 Aug 2025
Ayan Mukerji

'War 2': YRF cuts 28 scenes, 6.25 minutes post-censor

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has given a U/A certification to the much-anticipated action thriller War 2, led by Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.

11 Aug 2025
Hrithik Roshan

'War 2' releases this week: YRF imposes minimum show policy

The makers of the upcoming action thriller War 2 have reportedly issued a set of strict guidelines for its theatrical release.

11 Aug 2025
Aamir Khan

'Coolie': Madras HC orders Reliance, Airtel to block pirated links

The Madras High Court has ordered 36 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block "rogue websites" from streaming pirated versions of the upcoming film Coolie.

11 Aug 2025
Ayan Mukerji

'Kya accept karenge...?': Jr NTR on entering Bollywood with 'War-2'

Telugu superstar Jr NTR recently opened up about his journey into Hindi cinema and the support he received from co-star Hrithik Roshan.

09 Aug 2025
Ayan Mukerji

How much will 'War 2' tickets cost you?

The upcoming Ayan Mukerji directorial War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, will be priced in the "mega-blockbuster" category.

09 Aug 2025
Ayan Mukerji

Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR's 'War 2' faces CBFC cuts; see details

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has ordered several cuts in Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani's upcoming film War 2.

09 Aug 2025
Sajid Nadiadwala

'Baaghi 4' teaser gets 'A' certificate from CBFC

The teaser for the upcoming action film Baaghi 4, starring Tiger Shroff, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with an 'A' certificate.

08 Aug 2025
Aamir Khan

'Coolie' to feature special clip celebrating Rajinikanth's 50yrs in cinema

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared Rajinikanth's upcoming film Coolie with an 'A' certification, despite some cuts and dialogue changes.

08 Aug 2025
Bhushan Kumar

'Border 2': Sunny Deol's film teaser certified, release date confirmed

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared a teaser for the upcoming film Border 2, starring Sunny Deol.

08 Aug 2025
Bombay High Court

'Creating hurdles': Bombay HC on CBFC's refusal to certify 'Ajey'

The Bombay High Court has directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to identify objectionable scenes in Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, which is inspired by the life story of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Vijay Raaz's 'Udaipur Files' is finally releasing on Friday

The controversial film Udaipur Files, inspired by the beheading of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in June 2022, will finally be released on Friday, August 8.

02 Aug 2025
Lokesh Kanagaraj

'Coolie' gets 'A' certificate; releasing in over 100 countries

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the release of Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming action entertainer Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth.

31 Jul 2025
Bombay High Court

Censor board denies clearance to film based on Yogi Adityanath

The Bombay High Court recently issued a notice to the Central Board of Film Certification for refusing to certify Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, a film inspired by Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister.

30 Jul 2025
Ajay Devgn

'Son of Sardaar 2' releases Friday: Certification, runtime, more

The upcoming comedy film Son of Sardaar 2, starring Ajay Devgn, is set to hit theaters on Friday.

28 Jul 2025
Delhi High Court

Delhi HC will hear pleas against 'Udaipur Files' on Wednesday

The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for Wednesday (July 30) on petitions challenging the government's approval for the release of Udaipur Files - Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder.

26 Jul 2025
Vijay Deverakonda

Vijay Deverakonda's 'Kingdom' cleared by CBFC with U/A certificate

The Central Board of Film Certification has granted a U/A certificate to the highly anticipated action thriller Kingdom, starring Vijay Deverakonda.

25 Jul 2025
Delhi High Court

SC refuses to stay 'Udaipur Files'; directs case to HC

The Supreme Court of India has refused to stay the release of the controversial film Udaipur Files, which is based on the 2022 murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Udaipur.

'Demonizes Muslims': Maulana Madani moves SC against 'Udaipur Files' 

Maulana Arshad Madani, president of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, has filed a petition in the Supreme Court against Udaipur Files.

22 Jul 2025
Nithya Menen

Vijay Sethupathi-Nithya Menen's 'Thalaivan Thalaivii' gets U/A certificate, runtime revealed

The much-anticipated film Thalaivan Thalaivii, featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen in lead roles, has received a U/A certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

21 Jul 2025
Netflix

Where to watch Triptii-Siddhant's 'Dhadak 2' after theatrical run

The romantic drama Dhadak 2, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, will be available on Netflix after its theatrical run.

13 Jul 2025
Diljit Dosanjh

'Punjab '95': Diljit looks bruised and battered in intense poster

Diljit Dosanjh has been constantly sharing posters to create buzz for his upcoming film, Punjab '95.

12 Jul 2025
Diljit Dosanjh

'No words': 'Punjab '95' director on censorship battle with CBFC

Honey Trehan's much-anticipated film, Punjab '95, starring Diljit Dosanjh, has been stuck with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) since December 2022.

09 Jul 2025
Box Office

'Bad Girl' gets censor board's approval; check out release date

The Tamil-language coming-of-age drama, Bad Girl, has finally been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A certificate.

09 Jul 2025
Delhi High Court

'Udaipur Files': Delhi HC orders special screening amid ban pleas

The Delhi High Court has ordered the producers of Udaipur Files to arrange a special screening of the film for petitioners seeking a ban on it.

09 Jul 2025
Entertainment

'CBFC not meant to censor...': Shahana Goswami addresses 'Santosh' controversy

Shahana Goswami's film Santosh made waves at prestigious global platforms like the Oscars, Cannes, and the BAFTAs. However, its release in India has been stalled by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to objections over police violence and Islamophobia.

27 Jun 2025
Aamir Khan

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.