Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Madras High Court to Review 'Coolie' Film Rating Amidst Dispute
The makers of Rajinikanth's movie 'Coolie' are in a disagreement with the censor board.
The board gave the movie an 'A' rating, meaning it's for adults only.
The filmmakers believe this limits who can watch it and want a 'U/A' rating, suitable for a wider audience.
They've asked the High Court to review the decision.
Meanwhile, the movie is doing well at the box office, making over 200 crore rupees in its first week, outperforming the movie 'War 2'.
The Madras High Court is hearing a petition from the makers of Rajinikanth's film 'Coolie' challenging the 'A' certificate.
The filmmakers argue the film was judged harshly compared to similar releases, seeking a U/A certificate.
The CBFC had previously proposed cuts for a U/A certificate, which the filmmakers declined.
The CBFC has requested time to file a counter-affidavit regarding the appeal.
'Coolie' has earned approximately Rs 217 crore at the box office in its first seven days, surpassing 'War 2'.
- Who
- Sun Pictures, the CBFC, Justice TV Thamilselvi.
- What
- The Madras High Court is reviewing a challenge to the 'A' certificate given to the film 'Coolie'.
- When
- The court is hearing the petition on August 20th, with the CBFC given time to respond.
- Where
- Madras High Court, Chennai.
- Why
- To determine if the 'A' certificate given to 'Coolie' is justified, and if the filmmakers' appeal for a U/A certificate should be granted.
Film Production Company
Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
Censorship and Rating
Film Production Company
Claim 'Coolie' was harshly judged compared to similar films.
Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
Enforcing rating rules.
Audience Reach and Content
Film Production Company
Seeks wider audience reach.
Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
Protecting film content with 'A' rating for an older audience.
- Film Title
- Coolie
- Lead Actor
- Rajinikanth
- Director
- Lokesh Kanagaraj
- Certification
- A
- Box Office (Day 7)
- Rs 217 crore
- Court
- Madras High Court
- Production Company
- Sun Pictures
Sources
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