The launch of the much-anticipated biographical movie Phule, primarily based on the life and legacy of social reformers Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule, has reportedly been postponed. This delay follows alleged calls for by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to take away or alter references to caste within the movie — a transfer that has stirred widespread criticism in artistic and activist circles.
Anurag Kashyap REACTS with a sarcastic comment as Phule faces censorship over caste references after Dhadak 2
Anurag Kashyap’s Scathing Response
Among the primary from the movie business to react was director Anurag Kashyap, identified for his outspoken views. Sharing an Instagram story that featured the information of the movie’s delay, Kashyap wrote in Hindi: “Bhai India mein caste to exist hi nahin karti. Dhadak 2 mein bhi yahi bolta tha. Hamare leaders ne India mein caste system khatam kar diya hai. Baaki jinko nahin dikhta, woh chu**** hain.”
The assertion, steeped in sarcasm, targets the narrative that caste is not related or prevalent in Indian society — a view usually portrayed in sanitized mainstream cinema and political rhetoric.
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Phule goals to depict the revolutionary work of Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule, pioneers within the battle towards caste-based oppression and advocates for schooling and social reform. The CBFC’s alleged objection to caste-related content material is being interpreted as an try and dilute the core message of the movie. It is scheduled to be launched in cinemas on April 25. It was all set to launch on April 11 however was pushed on account of alleged objections from the Brahmin group.
Dhadak 2 faces difficulties in securing CBFC certification on account of its caste-related themes
Readers might recall that Bollywood Hungama reported that Dhadak 2 has gotten caught on the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). A supply informed us, “Dhadak 2 deals with caste issues and is supposed to be a shocking tale. The Examining Committee (EC) of the CBFC applauded the makers for such a film. But due to its content, they are mulling over what rating should be given to the film and what scenes to be cut, if any.”
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