Zee Entertainment and CBFC Resolve 'Emergency' Film Dispute

Zee Entertainment has agreed with the Central Board of Film Certification on cuts for the film 'Emergency', co-produced by Kangana Ranaut. The Bombay High Court was informed that the film would receive certification within two weeks, resolving a dispute over its release. The film's certification delay was allegedly influenced by political factors.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises announced on Friday that it has agreed to make cuts in Kangana Ranaut's film ‘Emergency’ as suggested by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). This announcement was made in the Bombay High Court as the company seeks to resolve its dispute for the film's certification.

Senior counsel Sharan Jagtiani, representing Zee, informed the court that the necessary edits would allow the film to be submitted to the CBFC, which has agreed to issue the certification within two weeks. Counsel Abhinav Chandrachud appeared on behalf of the CBFC, confirming the timeline.

The court, comprised of Justices B P Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla, accepted these updates and closed the petition. The film, initially set for a September 6 release, faced delays due to controversies over its portrayal of historical events, objections from Sikh organizations, and alleged political motivations.

(With inputs from agencies.)