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CBFC Panel to Decide on 'Janaki Vs State of Kerala' Title Dispute

Producers have petitioned the Kerala High Court after the CBFC raised issues with the film’s title and lead character’s name in a move that threatens its June 27 release.

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Overview

  • Cosmos Entertainment filed a petition on June 25 accusing the CBFC of delaying the censor certificate after the June 18 screening.
  • Informal objections center on the use of the name 'Janaki' due to its association with the Hindu goddess Sita, despite prior clearance of the trailer.
  • The CBFC’s Revising Committee is set to review the objections and announce its decision on June 26.
  • The Kerala High Court will reconvene on June 27 to hear the producers’ plea following the committee’s ruling.
  • Producers warn that any further delay could derail the planned June 27 worldwide release and inflict serious financial and reputational losses.