CBFC Grants A Certificate To Bandar
Anurag Kashyap’s much-anticipated film Bandar, starring Bobby Deol, has finally cleared the censor hurdle. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly granted the film an ‘A’ certificate, allowing it to hit theatres without any visual cuts. However, the makers haven’t escaped entirely unscathed — the board has directed them to replace and mute several abusive words in the dialogues.
According to industry sources, the censor process was smooth for the most part, but the dialogue department had to go back to the editing suite. The film’s raw and gritty tone likely contributed to the board’s decision to slap an adult certificate, ensuring only audiences above 18 can watch it in theatres.
List Of Abusive Words That Were Replaced
While the exact list of replaced words hasn’t been officially disclosed, reports suggest that multiple cuss words were flagged by the CBFC. The makers were asked to either mute or substitute them with milder alternatives. This is a common practice for films that tread into edgy territory — think Gangs of Wasseypur or Sacred Games, both of which saw similar tweaks during certification.
Sources close to the production reveal that the team has complied with the board’s instructions without much resistance. After all, an A certificate with only dialogue modifications is still a win — no visual cuts means the film’s violent or intense sequences remain intact, which is crucial for Kashyap’s signature storytelling style.
What This Means For The Film’s Release
With the censor formalities out of the way, Bandar is now all set for its theatrical release. The film has been generating buzz ever since its announcement, thanks to the collaboration between Anurag Kashyap and Bobby Deol — a combo that fans are eagerly waiting to see on the big screen. The A certificate might limit the audience to adults, but for a film like this, that’s probably the intended audience anyway.
Bobby Deol, who has been on a career resurgence with projects like Animal and Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2, is expected to bring his A-game to this gritty drama. As for Kashyap, he’s no stranger to pushing boundaries, and Bandar seems to be no exception. The film is expected to release in the coming weeks, and with the censor hurdle cleared, the promotional campaign is likely to kick into high gear soon.