Is CBFC Being Too Cautious About Salman’s ‘Hanuman Da Damdaar’?

“The trendy language used by religious characters may not be taken in the right spirit by everyone,” says Nihalani.

A still from Hanuman Da Damdaar. (Photo courtesy: Youtube Screenshot)

According to a report in Hindustan Times, Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has ordered Hanuman Da Damdaar several verbal cuts before granting it a ‘UA’ Certificate.

CBFC chief, Pahlaj Nihalani spoke about the reason for the ordering the cuts.

Normally animation films, and that too one about a mythological theme would be passed without a hitch. But this film has lots of dialogue featuring children, which may offend religious sentiments.

Pahlaj Nihalani, CBFC Chief

He continues, “That may be so. But the trendy language applied to religious characters may not be taken in the right spirit by everyone. We have to be very careful about religious content. Yes, we’ve cut quite a few of the dialogues. But better safe than sorry.”

Reminding that a ‘UA’ certificate has been given, he adds, “Children can come and watch the film with their parents. Problem kya hai?”

Ruchi Narain’s Hanuman Da Damdaar has Salman Khan lending his voice to Hanuman’s character.

Check out the trailer here:

Source: Hindustan Times