In the last few weeks, Indian cinema has been thrust into a host of controversies. Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s scathing critique of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and his provocative remarks on the Brahmin community’s opposition to films tackling caste issues ignited a national debate. The censorship of films such as Phule and Dhadak 2, alongside the outright ban of Santosh, underscores a deeper tension in Indian society: The struggle to confront historical and contemporary inequalities through art. These films, grappling with themes of caste, identity, and social justice, highlight the fraught intersection of creative freedom, censorship, and caste politics in contemporary India.
The upcoming Bollywood film Dhadak 2 starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, is facing problems with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) because of how it shows caste discrimination as per reports of Bollywood Hungama. This is causing a potential delay in the film’s release.
The movie, which was supposed to come out in November 2024, was pushed to 2025. There were rumours that it would hit theaters during the Holi weekend in March. However, with Holi just a few weeks away, the film’s promotional activities haven’t started yet.
Dhadak 2 is facing trouble getting clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The movie’s portrayal of cast discrimination has led to this development. There have been concerns over many scenes and dialogues, which could further delay its release.
