New Headache for Filmmakers: No Captions, No Certificate

CBFC Mandates Subtitles In All Films From March 15; New Rules Aims At Boosting Film Inclusivity

The Central Board of Film Certification has mandated that all films applying for certification must include subtitles starting March 15. Filmmakers will now be required to submit their movies with subtitles through E-Cinepramaan. It is an online system implemented by the Central Board of Film Certification for the issuance of online film certificates. Scroll down to know more. CBFC Makes Subtitles Mandatory For All Films Seeking Certification In…

CBFC Makes Subtitles and Audio Descriptions Mandatory for Films; Internet Divided

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has announced a new rule requiring all Indian films to include subtitles and audio descriptions in order to receive certification. The directive will come into effect from March 15, 2026. The move aims to make cinema more accessible for audiences who are hearing- or visually-impaired, but it has also sparked a heated debate online about whether it could affect the traditional movie-watching experien…

New Headache for Filmmakers: No Captions, No Certificate

The Central Board of Film Certification has issued a major directive that could significantly impact filmmakers across India. From March 15, 2026, every feature film submitted for certification must include Closed Captions (CC) and Audio Descriptions (AD) for accessibility. According to reports, filmmakers must submit films as complete digital cinema packages through the E-Cinepramaan portal. […] The post New Headache for Filmmakers: No Captions…