Janaki v/s State Of Kerala Producers Agree To Compromise With CBFC(Photo Credit –YouTube)

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Janaki vs State of Kerala was supposed to be released in theatres last month, specifically on June 27, 2025. However, the film was not released that day, and the reason behind the delay was widely publicized by the makers.

The movie, starring Anupama Parameswaran and Suresh Gopi, missed its release date because it had not received approval from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The makers had to approach the judiciary for help. The CBFC’s primary issue was with the lead character’s name, Janaki, who is portrayed as an assault survivor.

What Were The Objections Raised By The CBFC Against Janaki vs State of Kerala?

According to Onmanorama, the CBFC raised two primary objections. First, the board argued that naming a character after “Janaki,” an alternative name of Goddess Sita, “fundamentally undermines the dignity and sanctity associated with the revered persona of the Goddess, thereby causing grave offence to religious sentiments.”

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