Housefull 5 Gets U/A 16+ Rating, CBFC Censors Words & Cuts Visuals
The much-awaited comedy flick, Housefull 5, has finally received a U/A 16+ rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). While this might be a relief for the makers, the film has not been exempt from the chopping block. In a recent development, the CBFC has asked the filmmakers to make some significant modifications to the movie.
According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the CBFC has asked the makers to delete a dialogue that occurs at 1 hour 53 minutes in the film. Additionally, the board has asked for certain words to be replaced, which adds to the list of modifications.
But that’s not all; the CBFC has also censored some of the sensual visuals in the film. A scene featuring “sensual visuals” has been reduced by a whopping two seconds, and a total of 11 seconds of footage have been edited out. This move is likely to tone down the explicit content in the film, making it more suitable for a broader audience.
The exact run-time of the film has not been disclosed, but it’s clear that the CBFC has been thorough in its review of the movie. The modifications will likely impact the film’s overall pace and tone, but the makers will be hoping that these changes won’t compromise the film’s entertainment value.
Housefull 5, which marks the fifth installment in the popular comedy franchise, stars Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, and Riteish Deshmukh, among others. The film is directed by Farhad Samji and is expected to hit theaters soon.
The CBFC’s decision to grant the film a U/A 16+ rating suggests that the board has taken into account the film’s suitability for a younger audience. However, the modifications suggest that the board is also keen to ensure that the film does not cross any boundaries in terms of explicit content.
It’s worth noting that the CBFC has been under scrutiny in recent times for its handling of certain films. Some have accused the board of being overly cautious and restrictive, while others have praised its efforts to maintain a certain level of decorum in Indian cinema.
In the case of Housefull 5, it’s clear that the CBFC has taken a balanced approach. While the film’s explicit content has been toned down, it’s still received a U/A 16+ rating, indicating that it’s suitable for a younger audience.
As the film prepares to hit theaters, audiences will be eager to see how the modifications have impacted the final product. Will the film still deliver the same level of entertainment and humor that fans have come to expect from the Housefull franchise? Only time will tell.
