Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency Gets a New Release Date Amid Controversy and Certification Troubles
After months of delays and mounting controversies, Kangana Ranautโs ambitious directorial debut, Emergency, has finally locked in a new release date. The much-anticipated biographical political thriller will now hit theaters on 17th January 2025, just a week before Republic Day.
Taking to her social media, Kangana Ranaut unveiled the announcement alongside a gripping new poster showcasing her portrayal of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The filmโs ensemble cast includes Vishak Nair as Sanjay Gandhi, Anupam Kher as Jai Prakash Narayan, Shreyas Talpade as Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and Milind Soman as Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw.
In her caption, Kangana Ranaut wrote:
“17th January 2025 โ The epic saga of the nationโs most powerful woman and the moment that altered Indiaโs destiny. #Emergency โ Unveils Only in cinemas on 17.01.2025!โ
However, the release date pits Emergency against Akshay Kumarโs high-octane action thriller Sky Force, already scheduled for the Republic Day weekend. The clash promises an exciting box-office duel as both films cater to patriotic fervor.
From Backlash to Certification Woes
Emergency has been embroiled in controversies since its inception, particularly from Sikh groups who raised objections over its depiction of historical events. The backlash led the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to withdraw the filmโs certification, forcing a postponement from its original 5th September 2024 release.
Speaking to ANI during the turmoil, Kangana Ranaut expressed her frustration:
“I know how I made this film. I did not get any support from the film industry. Itโs made on a huge budget. I, along with Zee and other partners, created Emergency, and now with the release delay, everyone is bearing a huge loss. The Censor Board should take responsibility for releasing this film at the earliest.”
A Bold Chapter in Kangana Ranautโs Career
Co-produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, Emergency marks Kangana Ranautโs second directorial venture after Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019). The film dramatizes the 21-month-long Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi between 1975 and 1977, one of the darkest periods in Indian political history.
While Emergency promises to narrate a powerful story, its journey to release has been anything but smooth. With controversies and box-office competition looming, all eyes are on whether Kangana Ranautโs daring vision will captivate audiences or face turbulence similar to the era it depicts.
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