Overview
- Producer KVN Productions announced the delay of the January 9 opening, citing unavoidable circumstances and promising a new date soon.
- The CBFC told the court it restarted review based on a complaint, flagging concerns over content potentially hurting religious sentiments and the use of defence emblems.
- An examining committee had earlier recommended a U/A (16+) certificate with cuts that the makers say were implemented, yet the certificate was withheld.
- Global rollouts were halted as distributors in the UK, North America, Canada and Malaysia cancelled shows and began refunds, with domestic theatres also issuing refunds and reallocating screens.
- Filmmakers and trade voices criticized certification timelines and disruptions, while industry reports pointed to significant financial exposure and robust pre-sales now in limbo.