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Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)

The changes allegedly will give the Union government more power over film certifications, essentially taking away the autonomy of the CBFC. (Music Gateway)

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Filmmakers have proposed a statement against the amendment; petition garnered more than 1400 votes from filmmakers around the country
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CBFC passes Ayushmann Khurrana’s smooch

According to very reliable sources, the CBFC has no plans of removing the kiss scene.
05 Feb 2020 12:48 AM
Farhan Akhtar

Central Board Of Film Certification claps back

The real modifications that the CBFC suggested are muting or replacing the phrases ‘sons of whores’, ‘son of a bitch’
15 Nov 2019 12:33 AM
Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy poster.

Heirs petition to stop release of Sye Raa

Citing rules of Cinematography Act, 1952, the petitioners said that it was illegal to make a biopic without the consent of legal heirs.
25 Sep 2019 1:22 AM
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Hrithik Roshan’s Super 30 gets CBFC nod

Roshan Singh, a leading exhibitor of Bihar, thinks it’s a win-win situation for Super 30.
09 Jul 2019 12:09 AM
John Abraham

No ‘RAW’ deal

CBFC has been instructed to take a firm stand against shrill jingoistic films indulging in hate-mongering.
03 Apr 2019 12:17 AM
Ram Gopal Varma.

Ram Gopal Varma to file a case against CBFC

The censor board apparently cited that the film attracts the provisions of the model code of conduct.
18 Mar 2019 12:16 AM
Karnataka High Court

Bring YouTube, Netflix under Cinematograph Act: PIL

Petition to bring films, serials broadcast online under the Act.
27 Feb 2019 3:12 AM
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Notes on a nation’s consciousness

In a candid interview the CBFC Chairman, Prasoon Joshi, speaks about his latest book Thinking Aloud, censorship and more.
30 Jan 2019 12:15 AM
Vijay

Actor Vijay-starrer ‘Sarkar' re-released with cuts

Revenue Minister Udhayakumar thanked the ‘Sarkar’ crew for removing the scenes.
10 Nov 2018 1:16 AM
Love, Simon movie still

Love, Simon 'ban' in India causes 'worldwide outrage', but here's the truth

CBFC chairperson Prasoon Joshi has completely trashed the allegations of a ban on Love, Simon.
10 Jun 2018 12:11 AM
Deepika Padukone in a still from 'Padmavati.'

Padmavati makers knock on CBFC's doors again, submit 3D version for certification

After postponing the release following controversies, the makers are not giving up their fight for the film.
29 Nov 2017 6:12 PM
Sanjay Bhansali's 'Padmavati' is waiting for a certificate from Prasoon Joshi-led CBFC.

Padmavati: Bhansali, Prasoon Joshi called by parliamentary panel to present views

The 30-member panel has also asked producers of the movie and officials of the I&B Ministry to appear before it.
29 Nov 2017 12:27 PM
Madhur Bhandarkar and a still from 'Padmavati.'

No one supported me during Indu Sarkar, but I support Padmavati: Madhur Bhandarkar

Even as Padmavati has been receiving support from all quarters, he rues how he had to fight for his film Indu Sarkar all alone.
26 Nov 2017 12:09 AM
Prasoon Joshi, Deepika in Padmavati movie, and Pahlaj Nihalani.

Padmavati: Ex-chief Pahlaj Nihalani reacts to current CBFC's handling of row

With CBFC member Arjun Gupta lashing out against Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmavati, experts tell us how much difference a change in head has made.
15 Nov 2017 12:24 AM
Although the censor board has been in the news earlier, this is the first time that many filmmakers are giving vent to their feelings.

Filmmakers up in arms against censor board

Members of the Telugu film fraternity say the censor board is choking creativity by imposing too many restrictions.
11 Nov 2017 12:00 AM
Mersal poster

What worries the film producers?

CBFC’s new rule asks the filmmakers to wait longer for certification.
08 Nov 2017 12:17 AM
Prasoon Joshi is a renowned lyricist of the Indian film industry.

Good intent is the best beginning: CBFC Chief Prasoon Joshi

“One hopes to make a positive difference with the guidance and support of respected minds,” he said.
13 Aug 2017 8:42 AM
Pahalaj Nihalani

Move on from censorship

Nihalani frowned upon everything, from cuss words to women-centric roles portraying modernity.
13 Aug 2017 12:38 AM
Pahlaj Nihalani

Happy to make way for someone else: Pahlaj Nihalani

After being sacked as the CBFC chief on Friday, Pahlaj Nihalani is cool as a cucumber.
13 Aug 2017 12:26 AM

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