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Kangana Ranaut holds first screening of Emergency for Nitin Gadkari: ‘After 6 months of struggle, film is ready’ | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut holds first screening of Emergency for Nitin Gadkari: ‘After 6 months of struggle, film is ready’ | Bollywood

Actor Kangana Ranaut held a special screening of her upcoming film Emergency in Nagpur. It was attended by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Kangana’s Emergency co-star Anupam Kher on Saturday. (Also Read | Kangana Ranaut says she wouldn’t have made Emergency if Anupam Kher refused to do it: ‘There’s honesty on his face’) Anupam Kher, Nitin Gadkari and Kangana Ranaut attended the first screening of Emergency. Kangana holds first screening of Emergency Taking to X (formerly Twitter), news agency PTI shared a video in which Kangana spoke about the film. “Today, we are actually having the first screening of the film. Before this, no one has seen the film. The censor board was extremely strict, and they conducted thorough scrutiny. We had to provide so much proof and documentation. After six months of struggle, the film is finally ready,” Kangana said. What Nitin Gadkari said about film Nitin Gadkari said, “I am watching the film for the first time, and I have witnessed Emergency in the country. The true history of Emergency that Kangana ji …

Emergency promotions: Kangana Ranaut’s tryst with history, media statements and Bollywood

Emergency promotions: Kangana Ranaut’s tryst with history, media statements and Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut’s super-ambitious project, Emergency is finally set for release. It will hit theatres on January 17, 2025 after fulfilling all certification requirements. Also Read – Bigg Boss 18: Manas Shah reacts to his relationship rumours with Chaahat Pandey, says ‘I wish to go on the show’ The movie, based on the life and times of former prime minister Indira Gandhi, focusses on India’s political history during the Emergency era. Also Read – The Roshans Trailer: Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and others hail Hrithik and Rakesh Roshan’s cinematic legacy The Shiromani Akali Dal had last year raised objections on the film, claiming it could incite communal tensions while the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) initially stalled its release over censorship concerns. Also Read – This actress went against her family’s wishes to become second wife of a CM 27 years older than her, her net worth is Rs…, she is now… Kangana Ranaut, in the run-up to the release, has repeatedly said how she is relieved now that the film will be released …

Kangana Ranaut says it was a mistake directing Emergency, choosing theatrical release: ‘Thought I’d be able to get away’ | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut says it was a mistake directing Emergency, choosing theatrical release: ‘Thought I’d be able to get away’ | Bollywood

Jan 09, 2025 09:17 AM IST Kangana Ranaut has opened up about the delay in the release of her maiden solo directorial venture, Emergency, now slated to release in cinemas on January 17. Kangana Ranaut has opened up about the controversies plaguing her first solo directorial venture, Emergency. In a new interview, the actor has listed the many ‘wrong choices’ she made while making this film, including choosing to direct it herself and opting for a theatrical release instead of going straight to streaming. (Also read: Priyanka Gandhi said ‘Okay, maybe’ when Kangana Ranaut asked her to watch Emergency) Kangana Ranaut plays former PM Indira Gandhi in Emergency. Kangana on delay in Emergency release In a conversation with News18, Kangana said she was ‘scared’ by the delay in the film’s release when the CBFC refused to certify it for months. “I felt that it was a wrong decision to release it in theatres. I thought I could have gotten a better deal on OTT. I also wouldn’t have had to go through censorship then and …

Kangana Ranaut says Oscars pick anti-India films that ‘make the country look like a s**thole’ | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut says Oscars pick anti-India films that ‘make the country look like a s**thole’ | Bollywood

Jan 08, 2025 01:50 PM IST Kangana Ranaut criticizes Oscar selections, claiming they favor films that portray India in a negative light. Since Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan‘s Laapataa Ladies failed to make the cut for the Oscars, there has been a lot of chatter about it. In an interview with Times Now, Kangana Ranaut, who is busy promoting Emergency, criticised the kind of films that are chosen for the Oscars. Kangana Ranaut says Oscar picks anti-India films. (Also Read: Kangana Ranaut says she wouldn’t have made Emergency if Anupam Kher refused to do it: ‘There’s honesty on his face’) Kangana Ranaut says Oscars pick anti-India films Kangana Ranaut stated that films portraying India as a “s**thole” are often selected for the Oscars. She said, “Usually, the agenda they push for India is very different. Jo Oscar pick karta hai is anti-India. Abhi bhi jo film praise garner kar rahi hai (even now, the film that is garnering praise), I was very excited about it. I heard the director say, in India, you don’t have …

Kangana Ranaut says she wouldn’t have made Emergency if Anupam Kher refused to do it: ‘There’s honesty on his face’ | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut says she wouldn’t have made Emergency if Anupam Kher refused to do it: ‘There’s honesty on his face’ | Bollywood

Jan 08, 2025 10:52 AM IST Kangana Ranaut said that no one “can portray the role of Jayaprakash Narayan except” Anupam Kher. He also showered Kangana with praises. Actor Kangana Ranaut has spoken about her Emergency co-star Anupam Kher, revealing that she wouldn’t have made the film had he refused to do it. Speaking with news agency ANI, Kangana also called Anupam Kher the “hero” of the film. (Also Read | Kangana Ranaut recalls challenges she faced while making Emergency, film being scrutinised: Will it ever get released?) Kangana Ranaut talked about her film Emergency and Anupam Kher. Kangana talks about importance of having Anupam in Emergency Kangana said, “It was very important for me to have Anupam ji in this film. If he refused to do Emergency, then I wouldn’t have made it. Look at his on-screen personality…there’s honesty on his face. No one can portray the role of Jayaprakash Narayan except him.” Anupam calls Kangana ‘one of the finest directors’ Anupam also heaped praise on Kangana. “I was in National School of Drama …

Kangana Ranaut recalls challenges she faced while making Emergency, film being scrutinised: Will it ever get released? | Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut recalls challenges she faced while making Emergency, film being scrutinised: Will it ever get released? | Bollywood

Jan 08, 2025 07:49 AM IST Kangana Ranaut said she had no idea that she would “endure difficult times while making this film”. She added that she faced struggles with studios and funds. Actor Kangana Ranaut has opened up about the challenges she has faced for the release of her upcoming film, Emergency. Speaking with ANI, she said that the “film was scrutinised on every single thing”. Last year, the film faced several hiccups. (Also Read | Emergency trailer: Kangana Ranaut’s Indira Gandhi declares herself the Cabinet, film aims to show untold history. Watch) Kangana Ranaut spoke about her film Emergency. Kangana talks about challenges during Emergency “Bhaut sangharsh raha…kaafi cheezo ka saamana karna pada (There were a lot of conflicts… we faced a lot of challenges). It was not an easy ride…It was filled with several hardships…we had to show this film to so many communities. Our film was scrutinised on every single thing…after conquering all such obstacles, we have finally reached here. We have a lot of faith in our constitution, country, and …

Shreyas Talpade on delay on his film Emergency: ‘It was really sad and led to losses’ | Bollywood

Shreyas Talpade on delay on his film Emergency: ‘It was really sad and led to losses’ | Bollywood

It has been over a month since Shreyas Talpade’s film Emergency, directed and led by Kangana Ranaut, was postponed from its planned release. And the film is yet to get a new release date. The actor admits the delay came with a lot of disappointment and wonders why people passed judgment before watching the film. Also read: Kangana Ranaut agrees to cuts suggested in her film Emergency Emergency was initially slated for a September 6 release. The film is based on the 1975 Emergency imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Kangana is playing the lead role as well. The film has been embroiled in a battle with the censor board for non-issuance of the certificate for its release, which led to the delay. Some days back, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had told the Bombay High Court (HC) that actor-producer Kangana had agreed to the cuts suggested by them in her film. However, the film is yet to get a certificate. On the film’s delay In an interview with Hindustan Times, Shreyas …

Kangana Ranaut agrees to make cuts to her film Emergency, next hearing on Thursday | Bollywood

Amid the stir around her film, Emergency, it is being reported that actor-director Kangana Ranaut has agreed to the cuts suggested to her upcoming film as suggested by the censor board. (Also read: Kangana Ranaut buys new luxury car worth ₹3 crore after selling Mumbai bungalow) Emergency, co-produced by Manikarnika Films and Zee Studios, was scheduled to release in cinemas on September 6. Okay with suggested cuts On Monday, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) informed the Bombay High Court that Kangana, who is also the co-producer of the film, has agreed to the cuts suggested by the board’s revising committee. As per a Bar and Bench report, the submission was made before a Bench of Justices BP Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla by advocate Abhinav Chandrachud, who represents the CBFC. The Court was hearing a petition by Zee Studios, the co-producers of the film, which has sought the release of the censor certificate for the film. The plea was filed after the film got in themiddle of a stir with some people calling for …

Censor Board Says Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Emergency’ Can Release With “Some Cuts”

Mumbai: Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut‘s new film, ‘Emergency‘, can be released as long as “some cuts” – to be recommended by the Censor Board of Film Certification’s revision committee – are made, the Bombay High Court was told Thursday afternoon. The movie was supposed to release on September 6, but ran into trouble after complaints of historical inaccuracies and misrepresenting the Sikh community. The movie is based on the Emergency imposed in 1975 by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Government sources have told NDTV “there is some sensitive content” and that “religious sentiments cannot be hurt”. The High Court was hearing a petition by the movie’s co-producers, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, seeking the release of the censor certificate so the movie can hit the screens. Last week the court directed the CBFC to take a final call, accepting the film ratings body’s reservations but noting “it is not for CBFC to decide whether this affects public order”. Justice BP Colabwalla, one of two judges in the division bench hearing this case, pointed out Ms …

Financial Emergency: Kangana Ranaut reveals why she was forced to sell her ₹32 crore Mumbai office | Bollywood

Days after her co-production and maiden solo directorial Emergency’s release was stalled, actor-filmmaker Kangana Ranaut sold off her Mumbai bungalow, used as the office of her production house Manikarnika Films, for ₹32 crore. In an interview with News18, Kangana revealed why she took that decision. (Also Read: Kangana Ranaut says film industry didn’t support Emergency like it did Deepika Padukone’s Padmaavat, Alia’s Udta Punjab) ₹32 crore(HT File Photo)” title=”Kangana Ranaut sold bungalow in Bandra’s Pali Hill for ₹32 crore(HT File Photo)” /> ₹32 crore(HT File Photo)” title=”Kangana Ranaut sold bungalow in Bandra’s Pali Hill for ₹32 crore(HT File Photo)” />Kangana Ranaut sold bungalow in Bandra’s Pali Hill for ₹32 crore(HT File Photo) What Kangana said “Naturally, my film was supposed to release. I put all my personal property on it. Now that it’s not released, so anyway, that’s what properties are for – for times of crisis,” Kangana said.  The said property is situated in Pali Hill, Bandra, a prime area of Mumbai. Kangana bought the property for ₹20 crore in 2017 and started her …