Headline
CBFC to Address Objections to Film ‘Emergency’ by 18th September,2024 directed by the Bombay High Court.
Summary
The Bombay High Court directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to settle objections against the film ‘Emergency’ by 18 th September 2024. The Bombay High Court stressed that the CBFC does not have the authority to resolve the issues related to public unrest but holded back from directing the immediate issuance of the film’s certification, respecting an order by the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
Key Facts
- Case Name : Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited vs Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
- Name of Judges:Justice Burgess Colabawalla and Justice Firdosh Pooniwalla (Bombay High Court)
- Date:The deadline for CBFC by the Bombay High Court is 18th September 2024.
- The film ‘Emergency’, produced by Kangana Ranaut’s Manikarnika Films, is facing objections regarding its screening from Jabalpur Sikh Sangat and other groups.
Legal Insights
The Bombay High Court noticed that the role of CBFC is limited to only certifying films and not extending to addressing serious public unrest.The Bombay HC chose not to contradict a Madhya Pradesh High Court order, which ordered the CBFC to resolve objections before issuing certification.
Impact
The decision of Bombay High Court highlights the balancing act of judiciary between respecting procedural propriety and timely resolution of controversies that affect major film releases.
Why it Matters
It showcases the tension between creative freedom and community sensitivities, showing the problems involved in film certification and the broader implications for the entertainment industry.
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