Kangana Ranaut’s “Emergency” gets postponed; the actress feels heartbroken

The actor said she is ‘still waiting for the certification from the censor board.’

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut’s latest film, a biographical thriller titled Emergency, was initially slated for release today, September 6. However, the film’s failure to gain a green signal from the censor board has delayed it, making the actress feel heartbroken.

Kangana Ranaut shared her disappointment on X.

Taking to her X account, Kangana Ranaut wrote, “With a heavy heart, I announce that my directorial Emergency has been postponed. We are still waiting for the certification from the censor board. A new release date will be announced soon. Thanks for your understanding and patience” (folded hand emoji).

Fans react to Kangana’s post on X.

A fan on X, reacting to Kangana Ranaut’s post, wrote, “No need to feel sad Kangana Ranaut. We are with you; whenever it releases, we will be watching it for sure and will be supporting you no matter what!!” One user said, “Don’t get bogged down, sister. Fight against people and injustice. Always with people who seek justice.” Another said, “Release this movie, Kangana, we are with you…” One more user didn’t seem interested at all and wrote, “Super disaster movie.”

Controversy around Emergency.

Emergency was slated for release on September 6 but was postponed as the film still needs to get a censor board certification. The film has been surrounded by controversies since a few days. It is facing backlash from several Sikh groups. Hence, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) hasn’t given the film a green signal for release. It is a biographical thriller about the life of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who imposed a 21-month emergency period from 1975 to 1977.

On rumors of her film getting a CBFC certificate, Kangana Ranaut said, “There have been rumors circulating that my film Emergency has been certified by the Censor Board. This is not true. While our film did receive clearance from the CBFC, the certification was on hold due to numerous death threats against members of the censor board.” She added, “There is pressure being put on us to remove certain scenes, such as the assassination of Indira Gandhi, the Punjab riots, and more. Now, I don’t know what else to show. What are we supposed to do–blackout the film during these scenes? This is unbelievable to me, and I am deeply sorry for the current state of thinking in this country.”