Kangana Ranaut confirms Emergency release delayed amid censor board clearance issues

Kangana Ranaut

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut has announced the postponement of her highly anticipated directorial debut Emergency, originally set for release on September 6.

The decision comes in light of delays in obtaining certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Kangana shared her disappointment with fans, stating, “With a heavy heart, I announce that my directorial Emergency has been postponed. We are still waiting for certification from the censor board. A new release date will be announced soon. Thank you for your understanding and patience.”

With a heavy heart I announce that my directorial Emergency has been postponed, we are still waiting for the certification from censor board, new release date will be announced soon, thanks for your understanding and patience

Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) September 6, 2024

Kangana Ranaut, who essays the role of former prime minister late Indira Gandhi, had earlier this week accused the CBFC of stalling the certification to delay the release.

The film has been caught up in controversy after Sikh organisations, including the Shiromani Akali Dal, which accused it of misrepresenting the community and getting facts wrong.

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On Wednesday, the Bombay High Court had refused to grant any urgent relief in the wake of the directive issued by the Madhya Pradesh HC directing the censor board to consider objections to the movie before certifying it.

"Emergency" is produced by Zee Entertainment Enterprises and also features Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhry and Milind Soman in pivotal roles.