Kangana Ranaut vows to release 'uncut version' of film 'Emergency' amid court's delay

Bollywood actress and politician "deeply disappointed with my country, its people, and the current state of affairs."

Listen to article

Bollywood actress and politician Kangana Ranaut has expressed her disappointment after the release of her controversial film Emergency was postponed.

The actress said in a same podcast that she will also go to court if need be.

She added, "We'll keep telling those ridiculous stories otherwise. We'll get scared by someone today, someone else tomorrow".

"People will keep scaring us because we get scared so easily. How much will we keep getting scared? I've made this film with a lot of self-respect which is why the CBFC can't point out any contention".

According to Indian media, Emergency was scheduled to hit cinemas on 6th September. However, the release has been delayed due to various controversies.

On August 31, a case was heard in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, filed by Mohali residents Gurinder Singh and Jagmohan Singh.

The petition demanded the cancellation of the censor certificate for Emergency and requested a review by prominent Sikh personalities.

Following the hearing, the film's release was postponed. The court ordered the filmmakers to remove the controversial scenes.

Reacting to the court's decision, Kangana expressed her frustration, calling the delay unfair.

She stated that her film is based on facts, yet accusations are being made that it targets a specific community.

Kangana further commented, "An emergency has been imposed on my film. It's a terrifying situation. I am deeply disappointed with my country, its people, and the current state of affairs."

It is worth noting that Kangana portrays former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the film Emergency.