The allegations by way of Vishal on CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) have opened a can of worms. On the night time of September 28the actor-producer claimed that he had to pay Rs. 6.50 lakhs to transparent the Hindi model of his film, Mark Antony. His post went viral because the allegations have been excessive. The topic turned into so critical that the Ministry of Information Broadcasting had to ship an legitimate instantly to habits an inquiry.
EXCLUSIVE: Mark Antony actor-producer Vishal’s corruption-in-CBFC claims opens up a can of worms; producer of Kay Kay Menon-starrer Love All says he had to pay Rs. 5 lakhs to get his film cleared
Meanwhile, Bollywood Hungama solely spoke to a producerRamesh Vyaswho claimed that he additionally had to cough up cash to transparent his sports activities film, Love All. Starring Kay Kay Menonit was once launched in cinemas on September 1.
Ramesh Vyas informed us“I had to pay Rs. 5 lakhs to get the certificate in 5 languages. Even thenI got the certificate for 2 regional versions 2 days after the release of the film.”
He added“I have got many films censored. This has happened recently. I applied for a censor certificate in 8 languages. After getting the certificate for 5 languagesI was asked to pay again. Kahan se dunga main paisa? I declined I haven’t got the certificate yet.”
Ramesh Vyas persevered“My second film, Ronnymade in Kannadahasn’t been censored yet. I got three datesall of which got cancelled. Mere se cash ki demand ki thi. Maine bola ki main nahin dunga.”
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Bollywood Hungama then spoke to Sanjay Singhwho were given Love All censored. He disregarded the corruption claims“These are baseless allegations. We followed all the rules regulations. Hum aise chakkaron se dus kadam door hi rehte hai. What Vishal ji said is his personal matter experience. For Love Allwe went through the official routeeverything is under record.”
He additionally added“I am not a Censor agent. We helped the makers with the Censor process as a friendly gesture.”
Ex-chairperson appeals to PM
Pahlaj Nihalaniwho was once the chairperson of the CBFC sooner than Prasoon Joshi took over in August 2017told Bollywood Hungama that he has been mindful of the unlawful actions taking place in CBFC“It has been happening for a long time. But I appreciate Vishal’s courage. He has taken up the issue. Nobody else dared to openly say that there exists corruption. The chairman is not attending office. He has handed over the responsibility to the CEO. The CEO should not be the one watching a movie. He can only oversee the administration nothing else. It’s the chairman who has to watch a film. But if he’s unable to do sowhy did he even accept the position in the first place?”
He said“The industry is suffering due to the CBFC’s corruption. He (Prasoon Joshi) is also a part of the industry. He should take care of the industry’s interests provide a corruption-free environment in the CBFC office.”
When requested why nobody raised their voice in opposition to those practicesPahlaj responded“Who’s going to talk? So much is at stake. You lose crores of money if your film gets delayed even by a week. I salute Vishal. We should learn the lesson from him openly talk about their problems.”
Pahlaj Nihalani is saddened that such a lot of other people from the trade slammed him throughout his tenure“When things were moving right (in my tenure)so much noise was made. And now when the corruption is happening in CBFCthe industry members are quiet. Ours is a weird industry!”
He proudly mentioned“During my tenurethere was not a single film that had to cancel the release due to the Censor process. Some regional films of Gujarati South industry had to be cancelled this week for not getting the certificate on time.”
He even appealed to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi“When Mr Narendra Modi became the Prime Ministerhe famously said‘Na khaunga. Na khaane dunga’. Lekin CBFC mein khule aam corruption ho raha hai aur koi awaaz nahin utha raha hai.”
Ex-CBFC member speaks up
Trade analyst Atul Mohanwho was once as soon as a member of the CBFCsaid that it’s no longer truthful to paint the entire CBFC personnel with one brush“CBFC mein acche log hai. If your film is stuck if you apprise them of the situationthey’ll clear itespecially if the delay is due to some technical reason.”
He persevered“There’s an online system in place. You don’t need anyone. Lekin desperate situation ka faayda uthaya jaata hai.” He jokingly remarked“I was just thinking last night. I must have cleared 40-50 films during my tenure at CBFC. Had I asked for Rs. 5 lakhs for each movieI would have had Rs. 2-3 crores in my kitty!”
Atul Mohan was once all praises for Pahlaj Nihalani“This never happened in his time. He was the first one jinhone poore system mein kachra saaf kiya. He didn’t even allow agents in the building. Once Prasoon Joshi became the chairpersonthe agents were back in the office.”
The different aspect
Bollywood Hungama attempted contacting Prasoon Joshi he was once unavailable for remark. CBFC CEO Ravinder Bhakar responded to our message with a press unencumber. Excerpts from this unencumber are as follows:
“With the implementation of aggressive digitizationcomplete process automationemphasis on minimal human interventionthe interference of intermediaries/agents has come down significantly. Howeverthe practice still exists in some regions which is defeating the purpose of transparency smooth functioning of the certification process. Please do not deal with any intermediary or third-party agent. The producers/filmmakers are further cautioned that they should not encourage any third-party agents/ intermediaries. On the contraryif any third party is claiming they represent CBFC are demanding any sum of amountplease report it immediately to CBFC. Strictest action will be taken against anyone found involved we shall get into the root cause.
On the other handa section of the industry has stated that they haven’t come across any such demfor bribes from the CBFC members or agents. Actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani told ANI“I have never faced such an experience. I have not even heard what he has said. soI would not like to comment on it.”
Denzil Dias of Warner Bros wrote on X (previously )“As a representative of @WarnerBrosIndia @UniversalINDI can confidently state that @CBFC_India @MIB_India have been absolutely fair & transparent in all their dealings. We have released 20 films to date have not faced any corruption or delay.”
Throwback: When the CBFC CEO were given arrested for bribery
The Mark Antony bribe row instantly introduced again reminiscences of Rakesh Kumarwho was once arrested for accepting Rs. 70,000 to transparent a film named Mor Dauki Ke Bihav in August 2014. A former legitimate of the Indian Railwayshis interview to Mumbai Mirror dated January 162014had long past viralespecially his quote that “I seriously don’t think Ranbir Kapoor should have shown his middle finger bared his butt in Besharam (2013). I also felt that given his reputationAamir Khan shouldn’t have produced a cuss-loaded film like Delhi Belly (2011).”
During this timeit was once reported that Rohit Shetty had to discuss with Rakesh Kumar’s place of abode in ColabaMumbai to request him to transparent Ajay Devgn-starrer Singham Returns (2014) in time. Reportedly, Kick’s (2014) producer director Sajid Nadiadwala had to name Kumar after the certification procedure of the Salman Khan-starrer was once not on time.
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