Archive · 23 Jun 2025
CBFC Blocks 'Janaki' Title, Halting Malayalam Film's Release
Imagine a movie called 'Janaki vs State of Kerala'.
The people who decide if the movie can be shown, the CBFC, have said they don't like the title because 'Janaki' is also the name of a goddess.
The director said the movie will not come out on the planned date.
The movie is about a woman fighting a legal battle.
The CBFC thinks the name is not appropriate for the story of a character who has suffered from assault.
CBFC objects to the title 'Janaki vs State of Kerala'.
The film stars Suresh Gopi and centers on a woman's legal battle.
The CBFC objects to the name 'Janaki', an alternate name for Goddess Sita.
Director Pravin Narayanan confirmed the denial of the screening certificate.
The film's release, scheduled for June 27, is now delayed.
- Who
- The CBFC, the film's producers, director, and actor Suresh Gopi.
- What
- The CBFC has objected to the title of the film 'Janaki vs State of Kerala'.
- When
- The release date, scheduled for June 27, is now uncertain.
- Where
- Kerala, India.
- Why
- The CBFC objects to the title 'Janaki' because it is an alternate name for Goddess Sita.
CBFC's Position
Filmmakers' Perspective
Title Objection
CBFC's Position
The CBFC has objected to the title, citing religious concerns.
Filmmakers' Perspective
Filmmakers may disagree with the censorship.
- Movie Title
- Janaki vs State of Kerala
- Starring
- Suresh Gopi
- Director
- Pravin Narayanan
- Issue
- Title Censorship
- CBFC Action
- Demanded Title Change
- Release Date
- Delayed
Sources
Janaki v/s State of Kerala: Suresh Gopi starrer in trouble? CBFC denies release of Malayalam film, Know why
Janaki vs State of Kerala: Upcoming Suresh Gopi starrer faces CBFC hurdle over its name
CBFC Demands Title Change For Suresh Gopi's JSK Over Use Of Goddess Sita’s Name
CBFC asks Union Minister Suresh Gopi's JSK - Janaki vs State of Kerala makers to change title over Goddess Sita's name
CBFC Religious Objection Halts Suresh Gopi's Malayalam Film Release For Janaki' In title
