Kajal Agarwal and Shreyas Talpade’s upcoming movie The India Story: Slow Poison in Progress is currently awaiting certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its scheduled theatrical release on July 24. The development comes just a day after Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj was removed from ZEE5 India, leaving the makers hopeful that the film will receive approval in time to reach audiences.
The India Story Awaits CBFC Clearance
The India Story: Slow Poison in Progress is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on July 24, 2026.However, the film is yet to receive certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
The delay has raised uncertainty over whether the film will be released on its planned date. The makers remain hopeful that the certification process will be completed soon.
The India Story Highlights An Important Public Health Issue
Starring Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade, the film focuses on the excessive use of pesticides in farming and their harmful effects on human health.
According to the makers, the story is backed by years of research and aims to encourage viewers to think about the food they consume and the health risks linked to pesticide use. The teaser has already attracted attention for its bold and socially relevant subject.
Director Speaks On The Delay
In a press release, Director Chettan DK expressed disappointment over the situation while referring to the recent removal of Satluj from ZEE5.
He said, "It has been a difficult time for films that dare to speak about uncomfortable realities. Seeing Satluj disappear from an OTT platform and now The India Story still waiting for its CBFC clearance is heartbreaking as a filmmaker. Our intention has never been to create controversy—we simply want to bring an important issue to the people through cinema. After years of research and hard work, all we ask is for the film to be given the opportunity to reach audiences."
He added that the team hopes viewers will get a chance to watch the film and form their own opinions.
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The India Story Release Details
Presented by Zee Studios in association with MIG Production and Studios, the film is directed by Chettan DK and written and produced by Sagar B. Shinde.
Subject to CBFC certification, The India Story is expected to release worldwide on July 24, 2026, in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil.