Archive · 24 May 2025
'Dhadak 2' Cleared by CBFC After 16 Edits, Receives U/A Certificate
Imagine a movie called 'Dhadak 2.'
Before it could be released, the people in charge had to make 16 changes.
They softened harsh words related to caste, changed some lines, and altered scenes with violence and mystical elements.
The film now tells a new love story but still touches on big social issues.
The changes were made to ensure the movie is appropriate for a wide audience and avoids causing offense, now the film is ready for release.
The film 'Dhadak 2' starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri has received a U/A certificate.
The CBFC mandated 16 major changes before clearing the film for release.
The film is directed by Shazia Iqbal and produced by Dharma Productions.
Changes included alterations to dialogue and scenes to remove caste-related references.
A release date for the film is awaited.
- Who
- The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the film's director Shazia Iqbal, producers from Dharma Productions, and actors Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri were involved.
- What
- The film 'Dhadak 2' underwent 16 modifications to address concerns raised by the CBFC, including changes to dialogue and scenes related to caste and other potentially sensitive topics.
- When
- The article was published on May 24, 2025. The film has undergone several delays, originally scheduled to be released in November 2024.
- Where
- The article doesn't explicitly state where the film is set, only that it's a Hindi film.
- Why
- The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) required changes to the film's content to obtain a U/A certificate, addressing concerns related to potentially offensive material.
Filmmaking
Film Certification
Censorship and Alterations
Filmmaking
Filmmakers' viewpoint: The scenes and the dialogues are intended to create awareness on social discrimination
Film Certification
CBFC's stance: To censor or alter the scenes or dialogues that appear as caste-based discrimination, promoting social harmony.
- Film Title
- Dhadak 2
- Certification Board
- CBFC
- Number of Edits
- 16
- Rating
- U/A
- Director
- Shazia Iqbal
- Producer
- Dharma Productions
