'Kerala Story' director slams 'DOUBLE STANDARDS' of CBFC

Filmmaker Sudipto Sen, best known for The Kerala Story, questions the Central Board of Film Certification’s apparent double standards, noting that violent films often clear clearance quickly while genuine real-life narratives face propaganda accusations and bureaucratic hurdles. He also points to the outdated Cinematograph Act and calls for a fairer, more transparent certification process. Read on to know more in detail.

Mar 1, 2026 - 10:30
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'Kerala Story' director slams 'DOUBLE STANDARDS' of CBFC
Filmmaker Sudipto Sen, best known for The Kerala Story, questions the Central Board of Film Certification’s apparent double standards, noting that violent films often clear clearance quickly while genuine real-life narratives face propaganda accusations and bureaucratic hurdles. He also points to the outdated Cinematograph Act and calls for a fairer, more transparent certification process. Read on to know more in detail.

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