Hindi News
Udta Punjab In Trouble With The Censor Board
While the trailer and songs of Udta Punjab have got almost everyone excited about the film, there’s one body of individuals who are none too pleased with the final output after having seen it before the common public. We’re talking about the moral custodians of…
After battle with censors, 'Darling Don't Cheat' ready for release
Bollywood film "Darling Don't Cheat", which was embroiled in controversy for its bold scenes, is now gearing up for its release on March 11.Director Rajkumar Hindusthani who had termed the film on the lines of memorable films such as "Insaf Ka Tarazu", "Bandit Queen"…
Ridiculous things happening in censor board: Bejoy Nambiar
Filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar, who feels "ridiculous things" are happening in the censor board, says there needs to be uniformity regarding censorship of content in Indian cinema.Asked about his views on the strictness of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Nambiar said: "Some ridiculous…
Didn't want 'Hate Story 3', 'Mastizaade' to clash: Tusshar Kapoor
Actor Tusshar Kapoor says his film "Mastizaade" was delayed due to distribution issues, and he did not want it to clash with "Hate Story 3" at the box office.Asked if issues with the censor board was the reason behind the delay, Tusshar clarified: "We…
'Calendar Girls' not anti-Pakistan: Madhur Bhandarkar
Madhur Bhandarkar is surprised by the news of difficulty "Calendar Girls" is facing in Pakistan release. The filmmaker has requested distributors across the border to watch the film before arriving at a decision as it is not “anti-Pakistan”.“We are told #CalendarGirls is facing problems…
The cuss story of 'Yaara Silly Silly'
Subhash Sehgal, who is returning to direction after over 15 years with "Yaara Silly Silly", is glad that he didn't have to lock horns with the Central Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) to avoid the censor scissors.He notes the usage of cuss words is…
Indian cinema needs freedom of expression: Manoj Bajpayee
The need of the hour in Indian cinema as much as in India itself is complete "freedom of expression", says acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee.The actor, who has been appreciated for his roles in films like "Satya", "Pinjar", "Shool" and "Gangs of Wasseypur", has starred…
Certificate, lack of promotions behind 'Calendar Girls' delay: Bhandarkar
Director Madhur Bhandarkar says he wanted a U/A certificate and more publicity for "Calendar Girls" and that is why he postponed the release of the film."I wanted the film to receive a U/A certificate. So, I thought I should give it a try and…
'Bangistan' banned in UAE, says producer
Riteish Deshmukh starrer "Bangistan" has been denied entry into the United Arab Emirates (UAE), says the film's producer Ritesh Sidhwani, who is disappointed.The film, directed by Karan Anshuman and also featuring Pulkit Samrat and Jacqueline Fernandez, has been banned by the UAE censor board…
Salman urges Modi, Sharif to watch 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Thursday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Premier Nawaz Sharif to watch his movie "Bajrangi Bhaijaan", which delves into India-Pakistan ties and is releasing just a day ahead of Eid.The 49-year-old, one of Hindi cinema's most popular and…