Central Board of Film Certification

The rise of stories on lesbians casts shine on Indian screens

It is a new and sexually liberated India, say those bringing lesbian stories to the screen.

Feb 07, 2019, 18:02 PM IST

Alia Bhatt urges CBFC to lift 'ban' on mom's film 'No Fathers in Kashmir', board says movie offered certification

The board said any news of CBFC banning the film is "completely false" and all "responsible" people should take account. 

Jan 18, 2019, 22:44 PM IST

We want to change names in our country, not system: Emraan Hashmi

Hashmi said the censor board needs a "major rethink" in the way it functions. 

Jan 16, 2019, 23:06 PM IST

DNA: Actor Anupam Kher on his new film 'The Accidental Prime Minister'

Watch Bollywood actor Anupam Kher in conversation with Sudhir Chaudhary on his upcoming film 'The Accidental Prime Minister'.

Dec 28, 2018, 23:02 PM IST

Bhai vs Bhai: Why is Congress scared of Manmohan Singh's truth?

This segment of Zee News brings to you panel discussion on the concurrent issue. In Today's discussion, we ask: Why is Congress scared of Manmohan Singh's truth?

Dec 28, 2018, 21:58 PM IST

Anupam Kher on 'The Accidental Prime Minister': We did not promote the film till censor approved it

The trailer of the movie, "The Accidental Prime Minister" which recently came out, drew a lot of flak from the opposition Congress Party. Watch Actor Anupam Kher presser on the film and the challenging role he played in it of ex-prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Dec 28, 2018, 18:38 PM IST

Govinda alleges few people conspiring against release of his film Rangeela Raja'

'Rangeela Raja' producer has moved to the Bombay High Court to seek justice against the decision of CBFC. 

Nov 11, 2018, 17:49 PM IST

HC notice to censor board on PIL over 'Merlin' film dialogue 'insulting' women

The bench posted the PIL to March 16 for further hearing. 

Mar 10, 2018, 00:11 AM IST

Mewar royal flays CBFC over U/A certificate to 'Padmavati'

On Saturday, the CBFC announced its decision to certify "Padmavati" as U/A after five suggested modifications -- including title change to "Padmavati" -- are carried out by the filmmakers.

Dec 31, 2017, 17:44 PM IST

No cuts, only modifications and title change suggested in 'Padmavati', says CBFC member

A member of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has quashed the reports doing the rounds that the board has asked for several cuts in the film `Padmavati`.

Dec 30, 2017, 23:57 PM IST

Padmavati: CBFC to set up historians' panel; film may not release before March

The Padmavati team, which was hoping to get a quick censor clearance after the Gujarat elections may be in for disappointing news.

Dec 21, 2017, 14:50 PM IST

I was bullied by I&B Ministry: Pahlaj Nihalani

Former CBFC Chairperson and producer Pahlaj Nihalani is shocked by a Parliamentary Committee's decision to question director Sanjay Leela Bhansali on "Padmavati" before the censor board can view the film. He claimed the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting had also "bullied" him during his tenure.

Dec 02, 2017, 15:35 PM IST

Padmavati screening decision after CBFC certificate: Manohar Lal Khattar

Nobody would be allowed to hurt sentiments of people belonging to a particular community, Khattar told the media.

Nov 22, 2017, 16:33 PM IST

Trying to come up with balanced decision, need time: CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi on 'Padmavati'

'Padmavati' stars Deepika Padukone in the lead role along with Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh.

Nov 20, 2017, 22:00 PM IST

Padmavati row: BJP hopeful of 'amicable solution'

Padmavati starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor has been facing protests from various communal groups, including Shree Rajput Karni Sena, for allegedly tampering historical facts.

Nov 20, 2017, 07:47 AM IST

Rs 5 crore reward for beheading Deepika Padukone, Sanjay Leela Bhansali? Chatriya Samaj jumps into Padmavati row

Demanding a ban on Padmavati, Thakur Abhishek Som, an office-bearer of the Chatriya Samaj announced the reward. Deepika has played the titular role of Queen Padmavati in the movie.

Nov 16, 2017, 22:40 PM IST

Centre assures of all help to deal with protests over Padmavati

The Union Home Ministry on Thursday said that it will provide all help to the authorities to maintain law and order amid ongoing protests against director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film Padmavati.

Nov 16, 2017, 18:21 PM IST

Jr NTR's 'Jai Lava Kusa' passed with U/A certificate

In a statement, the makers announced that the film has been cleared with a U/A certificate.

Sep 13, 2017, 19:06 PM IST

Focus not on popular, but sound decisions: CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi

Prasoon Joshi, the newly appointed chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), believes there's a need for the censor body and filmmakers to have mutual understanding and appreciation of each one's roles and responsibilities. He says his focus will be on driving sound decisions which may or may not be "popular".

Sep 01, 2017, 18:10 PM IST

Ajay Devgn starrer 'Baadshaho' cleared by CBFC

'Achhe Din' for Bollywood are finally here! The movies that were stuck with the censor board for quite some time have finally been cleared with some minor cuts. 

Aug 25, 2017, 15:30 PM IST