Swamy slams AAP's 'PM Modi having CBFC chief in pocket' remark, says it is trying to gain from 'Udta Punjab' row
Swamy's remark came a day after CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani alleged that the movie's co-producer Anurag Kashyap has taken money from Arvind Kejriwal's party to show Punjab in bad light.
Jun 09, 2016, 13:53 PM IST
'Udta Punjab' censor row: Hearing in Bombay High Court underway
The ongoing battle between 'Udta Punjab' makers and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahlaj Nihalani took a legal turn when co-producers Phantom Films, filed a petition in Bombay High Court.
Jun 09, 2016, 10:22 AM IST
'Udta Punjab' controversy: Anurag Kashyap took money from AAP, accuses CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani
AAP has now claimed that Nihalani is acting like a BJP tool.
Jun 08, 2016, 15:06 PM IST
'Udta Punjab' controversy: Here's what Kapil Sharma has to say!
The controversy surrounding Bollywood film 'Udta Punjab' is attracting opinions of celebrities from all walks of life. Now, ace comedian Kapil Sharma has stepped forward and expressed his thoughts on the sad state of Punjab.
Jun 08, 2016, 09:59 AM IST
'Udta Punjab' row: Alia Bhatt quotes Malala Yousafzai—READ inside
The latest film to come under the Censor Board scanner happens to be Abhishek Chaubey's 'Udta Punjab'. Co-producer Anurag Kashyap while speaking to the television news channels was also quoted as saying that CBFC chief is acting like a god.
Jun 08, 2016, 09:01 AM IST
B-Town stands united against censorship of 'Udta Punjab'
Directed by Abhishek Chaubey and co-produced by Phantom Films and Balaji Motion Pictures, "Udta Punjab" delves into how youths in the state fall prey to drugs.
Jun 07, 2016, 17:49 PM IST
Anurag Kashyap spills anger on Twitter, says 'Udta Punjab' controversy feels like living in North Korea
Bollywood's much awaited venture 'Udta Punjab' recently came under the scanner of Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which not only suggested the makers remove 'Punjab' from the movie title but reportedly also wants as many as 89 cuts; plus A rating.
Jun 07, 2016, 10:10 AM IST
Remove references to Punjab, CBFC tells 'Udta Punjab' makers
The makers of Bollywood film "Udta Punjab" are said to have been asked by the Revising Committee of the censor board to remove all references to Punjab -- a decision perhaps taken under pressure from the ruling dispensation in the state which is dealing with a festering problem of drugs.
Jun 06, 2016, 19:34 PM IST
Shahid Kapoor's 'Udta Punjab' gets into trouble with Censor Board
The upcoming film 'Udta Punjab' has reportedly got into trouble with the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on Thursday. The film is based on how substance abuse in the state of Punjab has affected its youth.
May 27, 2016, 08:57 AM IST
Vikas Bahl seeks 'A' certificate for 'Udta Punjab'
Udta Punjab" is scheduled to release on June 17.
May 11, 2016, 18:29 PM IST
Mukesh Bhatt lashes out at CBFC for 'U/A certificate to 'Jungle Book'
Bollywood producer Mukesh Bhatt says it is a shame on the country if a film like "The Jungle Book" is given 'U/A' certificate.
Apr 07, 2016, 14:12 PM IST
Battle against censor in a progressive state: Kamal Haasan
Actor Kamal Haasan, who is part of the reform committee of Central Board of Film Certification, said he was opposed to censorship but had no issues with certification, which should be there like a "statutory warning".
Feb 08, 2016, 12:30 PM IST
Artistic creativity, freedom should not be curtailed: Arun Jaitley on CBFC revamp
Stating that the film certification guidelines needed contemporary interpretation, Jaitley, who is also the union finance minister, said these should be made as non discretionary as possible.
Censor Board revamp: Shyam Benegal to head panel
The Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) found itself in the midst of many controversies last year.
Jan 01, 2016, 17:27 PM IST
CBFC should restrict itself to giving certification: Rathore
The politician says that a new cinematography act and other methods are being considered to make censorship smoother in India.
Nov 21, 2015, 18:22 PM IST
Why did Indian board censor James Bond's kissing scenes in Spectre?
India's notoriously prudish film board has ruled that long kissing scenes in the new James Bond movie Spectre are not suitable for Indian audiences.
Nov 19, 2015, 22:40 PM IST
