Bombay HC Orders CBFC to Decide on Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' by September 25

Court criticizes film board for delaying certification, stresses importance of creative freedom amidst political controversy.

The Bombay High Court has mandated the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to make a decision on the certification of Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' by September 25, 2024.
The court criticized the CBFC for delaying the certification process, highlighting the need to uphold creative freedom and freedom of expression.
The film, which portrays the 1975 Emergency period in India, has faced objections from Sikh organizations who claim it misrepresents their community.
CBFC cited concerns over public order and factual accuracy of certain scenes, but the court insisted that it is not their role to judge potential public reactions to a movie.
Accusations have been made that the delay is politically motivated, with claims that the CBFC is stalling to influence upcoming elections in Haryana.