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Shane Nigam's romantic drama Haal has hit a major roadblock with the Censor Board refusing certification over objectionable content. The CBFC specifically flagged a beef biryani scene among 15 changes they want implemented before clearance. Interestingly, the film's makers are pushing back hard, calling the beef biryani allegation a mere assumption by the board. With the release already postponed once, the producers have now taken the legal route by approaching the Kerala High Court against the censorship decision.

Key Points: Shane Nigam's Haal Denied Censor Certificate Over Beef Biryani Scene

  • CBFC demands removal of beef biryani scene citing objectionable content
  • Film makers dispute CBFC's assumption about the controversial scene
  • Producers approach Kerala High Court challenging certification denial
  • Movie faces A certificate if all 15 suggested changes are implemented
  • Release postponed due to censor delays and clash with Shane's other film Balti
  • Film features Sakshi Vaidya and Johny Antony alongside Shane Nigam
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Censor Board denies certificate to Shane Nigam's 'Haal' over beef biryani scene and dialogues, suggests 15 changes

CBFC demands 15 cuts including beef biryani scene in Shane Nigam's Haal, prompting makers to approach Kerala High Court against the censorship decision.

"The makers have denied the consumption of beef biryani in the film and called it a mere assumption by the CBFC - Film PRO"

Kochi, October 10

Shane Nigam's upcoming romantic drama 'Haal' has landed in trouble after the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) suggested 15 changes in the film, including a scene where the characters eat beef biryani in the movie.

The release of the film 'Haal' is in crisis due to the delay in the certification of the film by the CBFC.

According to the film's Public Relations Officer (PRO), the CBFC has requested the makers to remove 15 scenes, including references to "Dhwaja Pranaman", "Sangham kawal und", and a scene depicting the consumption of beef biryani.

However, the makers have denied the consumption of beef biryani in the film and called it a mere assumption by the CBFC regarding the scene, as per the film's PRO.

The film is expected to recieve an A certificate from the Censor Board if they adhere to the suggested changes.

The makers have approached the Kerala High Court against the Censor Board's decision.

According to the film's PRO, the first preview of the film to the CBFC was held on September 10.

Shane Nigam's 'Haal' is directed by Veera, while it is written by Nishad K. Koya. Apart from Shane Nigam, the film also stars Sakshi Vaidya and Johny Antony in the lead roles.

Earlier, the makers postponed the release date of the film to avoid the clash with the actor's other film titled 'Balti'.

JVJ Productions, the official production banner of the film 'Haal', shared the news of the postponement on their Instagram handle earlier this month.

The movie was set to release today.

"Both big-budget films starring Shane Nigam were approaching release around the same time, leading to the need for joint discussions. Although Haal was initially planned for a September release, delays in the censoring process and the inability to carry out adequate promotional campaigns on the scheduled date, combined with the proximity of Balti's release, necessitated a new date. With both producers showing flexibility in the larger interest of their films, a fair and timely decision was reached," wrote JVJ Productions.

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Shane Nigam's 'Balti' was recently released in the theatres. It was written and directed by debutant Unni Sivalingam.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I understand cultural sensitivities, artistic freedom should be respected. The makers have clarified it's not beef biryani, so why the assumption? CBFC should focus on actual harmful content, not food choices.
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Arjun K
As someone from Kerala, beef biryani is part of our culinary culture. Films should reflect reality, not some sanitized version. Good that makers approached High Court. Hope justice prevails! ✊
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Sarah B
I respect the CBFC's role in maintaining standards, but 15 changes seems excessive. Maybe they could provide clearer guidelines so filmmakers know what to expect. The current process appears quite subjective.
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Vikram M
This is becoming a pattern - Malayalam films facing unnecessary censorship. Remember what happened with "Kaala"? When will we stop policing creative expression? 😔
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Michael C
The A certificate solution seems reasonable. Let adults watch what they want to watch. Censorship should protect vulnerable audiences, not impose dietary preferences on everyone.
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Kavya N
Poor Shane Nigam! Two big releases and now this censorship drama. Hope "Haal" gets released soon without too many compromises. Malayalam cinema deserves better treatment. ❤️

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