After much anticipation, Kangana Ranaut’s political drama ‘Emergency’ has received censor clearance and is now scheduled for a theatrical release on 17th January 2025. The film, set during the turbulent Emergency period of the 1970s, promises to offer a gripping exploration of one of the most pivotal and most spoken about chapters in Indian democracy.
Written, directed, and headlined by Kangana Ranaut, Emergency portrays the life and times of India’s first female Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi. The film, a biographical political thriller, delves into the life of Indira Gandhi, who imposed a 21-month emergency period from 1975 to 1977.
Kangana’s portrayal of this complex character is one of the most ambitious undertakings of her career. Sharing the update with fans on social media, the actress wrote, “17th January 2025 – The epic saga of the nation’s most powerful woman and the moment that altered India’s destiny. #Emergency – Unveils Only in cinemas on 17.01.2025!”
Various Sikh organizations across India, including those in Punjab, Telangana, New Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh, have demanded a ban on Kangana Ranaut’s film. They claim that the film misrepresents their community and distorts historical facts. These groups have contacted the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, urging them to prevent the film’s screening.
The film was supposed to be released on September 6 this year but faced controversy after complaints from several Sikh groups about its negative portrayal of the community. The censor board reviewed the film and required 13 cuts and changes before giving it a U/A certificate for release. Changes included removing violent scenes and a reference to Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as ‘saint’ in a dialogue.
‘Emergency’ features a powerful ensemble cast, including Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, and the late Satish Kaushik.
Produced by Zee Studios, Manikarnika Films and Renu Pitti, Emergency boasts a musical score by Sanchit Balhara and G.V. Prakash Kumar, with dialogues and screenplay crafted by the acclaimed Ritesh Shah.
