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Bombay High Court Declines to Direct CBFC to Certify Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency'

The Bombay High Court has asked the CBFC to address objections to Kangana Ranaut’s 'Emergency' by September 18, delaying the film's release following concerns raised by Sikh organizations 

04-09-2024
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The Bombay High Court on Wednesday declined to instruct the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to issue a certification for Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency. Instead, the court asked the CBFC to address any objections or representations by September 18.

Emergency, a film about former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's life, has been written, directed, and produced by Ranaut. Initially set for release on September 6, the film has been delayed following concerns raised by Sikh organizations regarding the portrayal of Sikhs and historical inaccuracies.

The court emphasized that it could not intervene, citing a prior order by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which directed the CBFC to resolve the grievances raised by the Jabalpur Sikh Sangat. The group had expressed concerns about the film’s content and its trailer.

"Judicial propriety requires that such orders should not be issued. Therefore, we are unable to direct the CBFC to grant certification as requested by the petitioner. However, we will not dispose of this petition. We direct the CBFC to address the objections," the bench stated.

The court also acknowledged the significant financial implications of filmmaking, stressing the need for a timely resolution. "Films are usually released on Fridays, and substantial investments are at stake," the bench added.

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