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Kamal Haasan Demands Transparent Film Certification Process
Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan urges a 'principled relook' at CBFC's certification, demanding transparency and timely clearances. Read his full statement on the issue impacting Tamil cinema.
Kamal Haasan Demands Review of Film Certification Process
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan urges film industry unity for constructive dialogue with government to safeguard artistic freedom and review certification norms. Read more.
Deleted Op-Ed on Pakistan's Gen Z Sparks Debate
Zorain Nizamani's op-ed critiquing Pakistan's elite went viral after being pulled. It highlights a generational divide and censorship, making him a youth symbol. Read the full story.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Censor Row: HC Delay, Political Outcry
Thalapathy Vijay's farewell film 'Jana Nayagan' faces indefinite delay as CBFC certificate dispute reaches Madras HC. Political leaders and film fraternity slam censorship, calling it an attack on creative freedom. Read the full story.
Kamal Haasan Demands Transparent CBFC Reform
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan calls for a principled review of CBFC certification, citing threats to creative freedom and livelihoods, following the 'Jana Nayagan' controversy. Read his full statement.
Vijay's Jana Nayagan Postponed Amid CBFC Legal Battle
Vijay's political drama 'Jana Nayagan' faces indefinite delay after Madras HC stay. Filmmakers Mari Selvaraj, RGV slam censorship. Will it miss Pongal? Read more.
Vanga, RGV Slam CBFC as Jana Nayagan Hits Court
As Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan faces CBFC hurdles, Sandeep Reddy Vanga & Ram Gopal Varga ignite debate on censorship relevance. Read the full story.
RGV Calls Censor Board Outdated, Supports Vijay's Film
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma criticizes the CBFC as irrelevant in the digital age, amid the release delay of Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'. Read his full argument.
RGV: Censor Board is Obsolete, Calls for Systemic Change
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma launches a scathing critique of India's Central Board of Film Certification, calling it outdated and irrelevant in the digital age. Read his full argument against censorship.
Cloudflare fined $17M by Italy, CEO Matthew Prince furious
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince lashes out at Italy after a $17 million fine for defying the Piracy Shield system. He calls it a censorship tool lacking due process and threatens to withdraw services from Italy. Read the full story.
RGV: Censor Board is Outdated, Insults Viewers
Amid the 'Jana Nayagan' censorship row, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma launches a scathing critique of the CBFC, calling it irrelevant in the digital age. Read his full argument.
Parasakthi gets U/A certificate after 25 cuts
The Tamil film 'Parasakthi', backed by CM's grandson, secures a U/A certificate from the censor board after undergoing 25 modifications. Details inside.
Gamdhani: A Quiet Film Making Loud Impact at Festivals
Gujarat filmmaker OmGuru's short film 'Gamdhani' wins Best Short Film at Roshni International Film Festival 2023. Explore how this minimalist masterpiece captures human relationships.
Muzaffar Ali donates 'Anjuman' print to NFDC-NFAI
Renowned filmmaker Muzaffar Ali donates a 35mm print of 'Anjuman' to NFDC-NFAI for preservation under the National Film Heritage Mission, highlighting efforts to save India's cinematic legacy.
TVK: CBFC Appeal on 'Jana Nayagan' Shows Political Intent
TVK leader warns that a fresh CBFC appeal against 'Jana Nayagan' would confirm a political motive to stall the film, risking public anger in Tamil Nadu. Read the full story.
Madras HC Dismisses 'Jana Nayagan' Censorship Case
Madras High Court upholds CBFC's order against the film 'Jana Nayagan', dismissing the producer's petition. The court finds no merit in the challenge to the censor board's decision.
Madras HC Orders UA Certificate for Vijay's Jana Nayagan
Madras High Court instructs CBFC to issue UA certificate for Vijay's film Jana Nayagan, warning against dangerous trends from censorship complaints. Read the full details.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Release Delayed Amid Censor Controversy
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' faces an indefinite delay due to censor certification issues linked to religious sensitivity. This adds to a long pattern of external challenges plaguing the star's films. Fans and industry rally behind the movie.
Subbaraj: Censor Woes, Screen Shortage Killing South Cinema
Director Karthik Subbaraj raises alarm as Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' gets postponed due to CBFC delays. He highlights systemic issues crippling big films & indie projects like 'Salliyargal'. A call to save cinema.
Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi gets 24 cuts from CBFC
Sivakarthikeyan's film Parasakthi faces 24 cuts from CBFC, delaying its Jan 10 release. Director Sudha Kongara appeals cuts that alter the film's context.
IMPPA Asks PM Modi to Intervene in UAE Ban on 'Dhurandhar'
Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association urges PM Modi to address the ban on Marathi film 'Dhurandhar' in UAE & Gulf nations, citing cultural impact and trade concerns. Read more.
India's Freedom of Expression Tested After 75 Years
As India marks 75 years of independence, its foundational freedom of expression confronts modern challenges from censorship to sedition laws. Explore the ongoing struggle.
Govt to Madras HC: Film Release Date Doesn't Expedite Censor
Union govt tells Madras High Court film producers can't demand fast censor certificates just because they set a release date. Hearing on Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagam adjourned to Wednesday.
ABGP Demands Social Media Ban for Adolescents, OTT Censorship
Akhil Bhartiya Grahak Panchayat calls for social media restrictions for youth & OTT platform regulation. National seminar in Ahmedabad kicks off 125 discussions across India. Read the full story.
Kimmel's Savage Trump Roast at Critics Choice Awards 2026
Jimmy Kimmel used his 2026 Critics Choice Awards win to launch a scathing attack on Donald Trump, defending free speech and igniting a viral feud. Watch the details unfold.
Vijay's Pongal Release 'Jana Nayagan' Stuck in Censor Delay
Vijay's political drama 'Jana Nayagan' faces a last-minute hurdle as its censor certificate is delayed just days before its scheduled Pongal release on January 9. Read about the potential legal action and political reactions.
Dhurandhar Changes: Govt Says No Directive, Makers' Decision
Clarification emerges on 'Dhurandhar' edits: Officials state muting of words like 'Baloch' was filmmakers' choice, not a government directive. The spy thriller continues its box office dominance.
1954 Tamil Classic 'Ratha Kanneer' Donated to NFAI
A rare 35mm print of the 1954 Tamil satire 'Ratha Kanneer' has been donated to the National Film Archive of India in Pune, highlighting the urgent need to preserve cinematic heritage. Discover the film's journey and restoration plans.
India's Free Speech and Media Control in the Digital Age
Explore the complex battle for free speech and media control in India. From colonial-era laws to digital censorship, understand the forces shaping public discourse and democracy today.
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