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Why Has JSK – Janaki Vs State of Kerala Not Been Issued Censor Certificate, HC Asks Censor Board

  • On June 27, the Kerala High Court challenged the Central Board of Film Certification's refusal to grant certification to a Malayalam movie due to objections over the use of the name 'Janaki' in its title.
  • The CBFC demanded changing the lead character's name 'Janaki', another name for goddess Sita, citing guideline 2 of the Cinematograph Act, but the producers challenged this, alleging undue delay affecting release.
  • The movie featuring Union Minister Suresh Gopi received a U/A certificate from the Thiruvananthapuram CBFC regional office on June 18, before the Revising Committee raised concerns and issued a show cause notice.
  • Justice N Nagaresh noted that many Indian films with divine names had past clearance, and Supreme Court advocate Haris Beeran said the board lacks authority for such a notice.
  • FEFKA and other film bodies planned protests on June 30, citing violation of freedom of expression and financial losses, while the court allowed filmmakers to respond or appeal against the notice on that date.
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FilmiBeat broke the news in India on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
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