Kangana Ranaut’s hasn’t had an easy ride with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The good news though is that the film—a biopic of the late Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi—may be finally nearing release. On Monday, the CBFC informed the Bombay High Court that Ranaut, who serves as the actor-producer-director, has agreed to the cuts suggested by the Revising Committee.
While this may bring cheer to fans who want to watch the biopic on the big screen, it has apparently only brought dismay to the makers. Sources say that the team isn’t exactly happy with the cuts. ADVERTISEMENT Apparently, and co-producer Zee Entertainment have agreed to the suggested cuts as they, disappointed after the weeks of delay, are now just wanting to take their passion project to the audience.
A source close to the film told mid-day, “Even though the team is not happy with the cuts, they have given in to the CBFC’s demands in order to release Emergency on time. The team believes that even after the cuts, the film tells an important story about a significant chapter of our political history.” Ranaut is said to have come to the compromise in the larger interest of the movie.
The source adds, “The makers are focused on keeping the key parts intact. Despite the challenges, they are waiting to show Emergency to the audience so that they can understand the significance of democracy.” Last month, Zee Entertainment moved the HC alleging that the Censor Board was dragging.