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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
CBFC finally certifies Janaki V vs State of Kerala after legal battle; new release date announced with tweaked title
After weeks of controversy over the film's title, the makers of Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran's Janaki V vs State of Kerala, previously named Janaki vs State of Kerala, have finally announced the movie's new release date. It was earlier stated to release on 20 June. Anupama Parameswaran and Suresh Gopi in a still from JSK - Janaki vs State of Kerala. CBFC finally certifies Janaki V vs State of Kerala Granted with a U/A 16 after the tough legal battle around the film's title, actor Suresh Gopi took to his Instagram handle to share the much-awaited release date of the film. The movie is now set to release worldwide on 17 July. While sharing the new release date, the makers wrote in a joint post, "Behind every delay... have a truth worth fighting for." and in the end that truth shall always prevail !!! JANAKAI V v/s STATE OF KERALA. U/A 16 CERTIFICATION WORLDWIDE RELEASE ON JULY 17TH." The controversy behind the title The release of the Malayalam movie Janaki vs State of Kerala, starring Union Minister and superstar Suresh Gopi, was stalled following a demand from the Censor Board for a film title change. According to the film's makers, the censor board asked them to change the name Janaki, saying it also refers to the Hindu goddess Sita. The movie tells the story of a woman who faced assault and took legal fight against the state. The board reportedly said that God's name should not be given to a woman who was assaulted. The film's release was scheduled for 20 June. The regional office of CBFC in Thiruvananthapuram had cleared the film with a U/A certificate. The film was later forwarded to the CBFC headquarters in Mumbai, where officials demanded a change in the title. If the film's title is changed, many dialogues in the film mentioning the name will also need to be changed, as per the makers of the film. In response, the makers of JSK vs State of Kerala moved the Kerala High Court to challenge the change. Apart from that, the artists from Malayalam cinema and serial fraternity under the umbrella of AMMA (Association of Malayalam Movie Actors), Producers Association and FEFKA ( Film Employees Federation of Kerala) staged a protest infront of the regional office of Central Bureau of Film Certification at Chitranjali Studio complex, Thiruvallam in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
How a Tamil film with no stars beat Sitaare Zameen Par, Raid 2, Kesari in the list of most popular Indian films of 2025
On Wednesday, IMDb (Internet Movie Database) announced its list of most popular Indian movies of 2025 so far as the first half of the year came to a close. The list featured films releasing between January and June 2025, which saw the most visitors on the IMDb site. While several big films from across several languages featured in the top 10, a small Tamil film with no stars and a budget of just ₹35 crore managed to beat them. The David that beat several Goliaths Dragon starred Pradeep Ranganathan and Anupama Parameswaran. {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} According to IMDb, the list tabulated all the movies released in India between January 1, 2025, and July 1, 2025, that have an average IMDb user rating of 6 or higher with at least 10,000 votes. Ten titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb customers, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide. Vicky Kaushal-led Chhaava, the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, was at number 1 in the list, quite unsurprisingly. But the second spot went to Tamil sleeper hit, Dragon. The Pradeep Ranganathan-starrer coming-of-age comedy drama was made on a ₹35 crore budget and went on to gross over ₹150 crore at the box office. The film generated immense buzz upon its release and later OTT release, leading to such a high spot in the list. {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} Read More {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} Dragon starred Pradeep in the titular role, along with Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon, K. S. Ravikumar and George Maryan. The film received widespread acclaim and ended up being the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025, before being surpassed by Good Bad Ugly. {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} Dragon starred Pradeep in the titular role, along with Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon, K. S. Ravikumar and George Maryan. The film received widespread acclaim and ended up being the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025, before being surpassed by Good Bad Ugly. {{/usCountry}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} IMDb's Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 so far The biggies that Dragon beat Dragon was just behind Chhaava in IMDb's list of most popular films of 2025, but ahead of Shahid Kapoor's Deva, Ajay Devgn's Raid 2, Suriya's Retro, John Abraham's The Diplomat, Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan, Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par, Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2, and Ajith Kumar's VidaaMuyarchi. Interestingly, Salman Khan's Sikandar, one of the most anticipated films of the year, did not even make it to the top 10. {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} tamil cinema Stay connected with all the glitz and glam from the world of entertainment , right from Hollywood gossip to Bollywood chit chat. Also don't miss out on music buzz, anime scoops and OTT action. See Less Stay connected with all the glitz and glam from the world of entertainment , right from Hollywood gossip to Bollywood chit chat. Also don't miss out on music buzz, anime scoops and OTT action. SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}}
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Makers of Malayalam film Janaki vs State of Kerala agree to change title amid clash with censor board
The makers of Janaki vs State of Kerala, starring Union Minister Suresh Gopi, informed the Kerala High Court on Wednesday that they are willing to change the film's title to V Janaki or Janaki V, as suggested by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Janaki vs State of Kerala stars Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran. The statement was made during a hearing on a plea filed by the producers challenging the CBFC's objection to the original title Janaki, which had delayed the film's clearance. What did the CBFC object to The Censor Board had earlier refused to grant certification unless the title was changed, citing potential religious sensitivity, as Janaki is also an alternative name for the Hindu goddess Sita. The filmmakers argued that the name referred to the film's lead character, a rape survivor named Janaki who fights a legal battle against the state. During the hearing on Wednesday, the CBFC informed the court that if the producers made the suggested changes--either renaming the film as V Janaki or Janaki V and muting the name in one of the courtroom scenes--clearance could be granted within three days of resubmission. The filmmakers, while expressing difficulty in rebranding the film so close to release, agreed to the changes after the board maintained its firm position on the title. Justice N Nagaresh adjourned the case to next Wednesday for further consideration. About Janaki vs State of Kerala The film, directed by Pravin Narayanan and also starring Anupama Parameswaran, portrays a woman's legal struggle for justice after assault. The production company, Cosmos Entertainments, approached the court after delays in certification impacted the film's release schedule.
India Today
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Difficult to change title: Janaki vs State of Kerala director on board's demand
Director Pravin Narayanan has defended the title of 'Janaki vs State of Kerala', suggesting that changing it at this stage is impractical. The release of the Malayalam film, starring minister Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran, has been delayed following a demand from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to change its title. The CBFC cited religious concerns, noting that 'Janaki' refers to the Hindu goddess Sita, and their objection to using the name for a sexual assault filmmaker said, "We accept that Janaki is also another name for Goddess Sita, but it's such a common name used in many parts of the country. Through our movie, we never tried to defame Goddess Sita or any other belief system reluctant in our country."He further added, 'Maybe CBFC could have had a different perspective for the name of character. We are on the final stage of production and to rename the character at this stage is difficult for us.' Film associations across Kerala have rallied against the CBFC's request, arguing that it constitutes unnecessary interference in artistic expression. The Kerala High Court has also raised questions regarding the CBFC's decision, pointing out that the film's trailer was approved without film was originally set for release on 20 June, but the conflict has led to significant delays. The film's creators have expressed frustration, describing the CBFC's demands as "arbitrary" and "unwarranted."The Kerala High Court has asked the CBFC to provide a detailed explanation by July 2. Until a resolution is reached, the film's fate hangs in the balance, with Narayanan and his team hoping for a favourable outcome. Meanwhile, the court will watch the film on July 5 and will share its views in the next hearing, scheduled on July court's enquiry into why the film's name should be altered, especially when films named after deities are common in Indian cinema, casts doubt on the CBFC's film stars Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran in lead roles. The film community and supporters continue to advocate for its release under its original title.- Ends
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Janaki v/s State of Kerala' row: Kerala HC questions CBFC's objection over title, filmmakers stand firm
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The Kerala High Court has strongly questioned the Central Board of Film Certification 's (CBFC) demand to alter the film 'JSK's title and character name. During a hearing on June 30, the court asked why the CBFC had cleared the film's teaser but was now blocking its release. It also sought clarity on why the name 'Janaki' was being objected to, pointing out that Indian cinema has seen many films named after gods and goddesses without issue. As reported by Mathrubhumi, the High Court has directed the Deputy Solicitor General of India (DSGI) to submit a detailed explanation by July 2. Until then, the matter remains unresolved—but the court's observations have brought hope to the film's makers and supporters. Creative freedom For the unversed, the controversy began when CBFC denied certification to the film, citing the use of "Janaki" which is a name associated with a Hindu goddess, for the lead character played by Anupama Parameswaran. Janaki vs State Of Kerala - Official Teaser The CBFC reportedly recommended over 90 cuts, which the makers argue would seriously disrupt the narrative structure and emotional impact of the film. In a press conference, the producers firmly rejected any suggestion of renaming the film or its characters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Martano: AudioNova cerca per un test 700 persone nate prima del 1974 AudioNova Undo Director Pravin Narayanan emphasized that changing the title and name of the character would affect the soul of the film. Industry stands in protest Film bodies including AMMA and FEFKA began a strike on June 30, standing in solidarity with the film's team. Artists and technicians are calling the CBFC's move a threat to creative freedom. 'This isn't just about one film—it's about the right to tell stories that reflect society,' said a FEFKA spokesperson. The film's release, initially scheduled for June 27, has been put on hold. But the makers remain resolute. 'We'll fight this legally. Janaki deserves her voice,' said the team, echoing the sentiment of a growing number of supporters across the state.
