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Anurag Kashyap Criticizes CBFC Over Edits to 'Phule' Biopic

The filmmaker condemned the censorship process as 'rigged' and questioned societal denial of casteism as the film's release remains delayed until April 25.

Anurag finds it surprising that the community seemingly had access to the film before its official release, questioning the circumstances surrounding the preview.
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Anurag Kashyup upset over 'Phule’ backlash: Raises a very crucial question (photo:IANS)
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Overview

  • The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) granted 'Phule' a 'U' certificate on April 7 but required the removal of caste-related terms and modifications to key lines.
  • A section of the Brahmin community raised objections to the film's portrayal of caste oppression, leading to the release being postponed from April 11 to April 25.
  • Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap criticized the CBFC, alleging that external groups accessed the film before certification and calling the process 'rigged.'
  • Kashyap questioned whether casteism exists in India, citing the legacy of Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule and criticizing societal hypocrisy on the issue.
  • Prakash Ambedkar staged protests in Pune, warning that the CBFC-mandated cuts would undermine the film's core message about caste discrimination and gender equality.