Chhaava faces a major setback before release as censor board cuts scenes!

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The film 'Chhaava', starring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, has faced censorship from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its release on February 14, 2025

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The CBFC has mandated several changes in the film's dialogues, including altering references to the Mughal Sultanate and muting certain words deemed inappropriate

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Additionally, the board requested the removal of scenes where Maratha warriors are depicted wearing saris and demanded an audio-text disclaimer clarifying the film's historical accuracy

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A specific dance sequence featuring Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Maharani Yesubai stirred controversy, prompting Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant to call for its removal, which the filmmakers agreed to

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The film's director, Laxman Uttekar, met with Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray to assure that all objectionable scenes would be eliminated before the film's release

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'Chhaava' is a historical drama focused on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and features a star-studded cast including Akshay Khanna and Ashutosh Rana

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The film has been certified by the CBFC with a 'UA 16+' rating and has a runtime of 161 minutes and 50 seconds

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Despite the setbacks, both Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna continue to promote the film with enthusiasm, aiming for a successful release in theaters

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The changes and controversies surrounding 'Chhaava' highlight the ongoing challenges filmmakers face with content approval in India, reflecting broader cultural and historical sensitivities