Seems like ‘ache din aane waale hai‘ for all the directors and producers, after this news! We all know the terror and fear that producers and directors face every time they know it’s time for the ‘Great CBFC Check’. The chairman of CBFC, Pahlaj Nihalani, has given hard times to even the finest of filmmakers. But maybe, not anymore!
There are news making rounds that Pahlaj Nihalani is likely to be replaced as the CBFC chairman.
Yes, a meeting has been called by Pahlaj Nihalani on the 28th of this month at Thiruvanthapuram for all the CBFC members. According to Times Of India, sources from the ministry of information and broadcasting have reported that Nihlani might be replaced.
There are also reports making rounds that the next CBFC chief after Pahlaj Nihalani is likely to be the famous film producer Prakash Jha
Chandraprakash Dwivedi is another name that has come out. Remember the famous Chankaya from 90’s? Yes! We are talking about him!
The CBFC chairman has been in news on several occasions due to his controversial statements and decisions. From the whole Udta Punjab Brawl to his recent utterly sexist statement for Lipstick Under My Burka; this man was taking Bollywood by the storm.
Well, we hope that this change brings about the much-needed stir in the censor board so that the filmmakers don’t have to fight for showcasing their hard work.
News Source: Times Of India