- By Ridhi Suri
- Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:21 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vedaa: John Abraham and Sharvari's upcoming film is scheduled for release on August 15, but it is still pending approval from the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Now, the makers of the film issued an official statement requesting assistance to expedite the clearance process and ensure the movie's timely theatrical release. Director Nikkhil Advani also addressed the issue on Instagram, expressing concern over the unusual delay and urging the authorities to resolve the matter promptly.
On Thursday, the makers issued an official statement appealing to the CBFC to grant certification for their film so it can be released on the scheduled date. It read, "We, the producers of Vedaa feel compelled to share with our fans and supporters that despite our best efforts, we are still to secure a clearance and certification from the CBFC of India."
"Adhering to protocols, we applied for a certificate well before the prescribed eight weeks to release. Our film was screened for the CBFC on June 25th. Post this, we were advanced to a revising committee review without any explanation as to what the esteemed examining committee’s concerns or objections were. Since then, we have waited patiently for a revising committee to be constituted, impressed on all respected and honourable office bearers and repeatedly daily documented our appeal for certification, consideration or even an explanation. Despite this unusual delay, we have full faith in the system in place and are confident that the CBFC will oblige us rightfully," the statement added.
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The makers further added, "It is our earnest request and wish that these words reach those who are able to help us resolve and dissipate this impasse and have our film certified. August 15th is a special date that we are fortunate to find ourselves in a position to bring our film to fans of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani, who have supported our previous releases Satyamev Jayate and Batla House on the same date."
Concluding the statement, it added, "Vedaa is a powerful, out-and-out entertaining film, inspired by current events. We believe it deserves to reach its audience. It is our sincere endeavour that we will be able to keep our appointment with you."
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