NEW DELHI: The Information and broadcasting ministry on Thursday denied reports claiming that it had directed edits to Hindi film ‘Dhurandhar’, asserting that no instructions were issued by govt to mute words or revise dialogues. Responding to reports that the Ranveer Singh-starrer’s theatrical cut was altered following its intervention, the ministry said, “No directions were issued by the ministry in this matter.” Clarifying the certification process, it said the changes under scrutiny were initiated by the filmmakers. “Changes in the revised version were proposed by the applicants/producers and are being examined by CBFC under the routine certification process prescribed in Cinematograph Act and Rules,” it said. It explained that any revisions permitted were strictly in line with established norms. “The revisions were permitted in accordance with CBFC guidelines, which require that visuals or words contemptuous of racial, religious or other groups are not presented. The process was carried out as per Rule 31 of the amended Cinematograph Act,” the statement said.
