Kangana Ranaut Agrees To CBFC's Cuts On 'Emergency', Next Hearing Scheduled For Thursday

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding her film 'Emergency', reports suggest that actor-director Kangana Ranaut has agreed to make the cuts suggested by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for the upcoming release.

On Monday, the CBFC informed the Bombay High Court that Kangana, who also co-produced the film, accepted the revisions proposed by the board's revising committee.

According to a Bar and Bench report, the statement was presented before Justices BP Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla by advocate Abhinav Chandrachud, representing the CBFC.

The court was hearing a petition filed by Zee Studios, the film's co-producers, who were seeking the release of the censor certificate.

The petition followed growing controversy, with some calling for a ban on the film, alleging it misrepresented the Sikh community.

Last week, the CBFC stated that the film could be released following certain edits.

During the hearing, Zee's lawyer, Sharan Jagtiani, confirmed that Kangana had agreed to the suggested cuts, requesting that these be the only alterations required.

Chandrachud added, "The cuts suggested don't even touch a minute of the film. It's just some words here and there."

The producers sought confirmation on this matter, and the court postponed the hearing to Thursday.

About 'Emergency'

'Emergency', co-produced by Manikarnika Films and Zee Studios, was initially set to release on September 6.

However, on that day, Kangana took to X to announce the delay, stating, "With a heavy heart I announce that my directorial 'Emergency' has been postponed, we are still waiting for the certification from censor board, new release date will be announced soon, thanks for your understanding and patience."

The film, a political biographical thriller, explores the life of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the 21-month emergency period from 1975 to 1977, with Kangana portraying the former prime minister.

'Emergency' has been involved in several controversies, including backlash from Sikh groups like the Shiromani Akali Dal, who accused the film of misrepresenting their community and distorting historical facts.