The certification dispute surrounding the film 'Ajay: The Untold Story of a Yogi,' based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has now reached the Bombay High Court. The film's producers allege that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is unduly delaying the certification of the film, jeopardizing its release on the scheduled date of August 1, 2025. The producers have filed a petition in the court, seeking expedited certification to ensure the film can be screened on the big screen on time.
CBFC Receives Notice from Court
A two-judge bench of the Bombay High Court, hearing the petition filed by Samrat Cinematic India Private Limited, has issued a notice to the CBFC. The court has asked the board to make a prompt decision on the film's certification. The CBFC has requested a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's Office for this film, a move to which the producers have raised objections.
The Untold Story of Yogi Adityanath's Life
This film is based on the book 'The Monk Who Became Chief Minister' by author Shantanu Gupta, which depicts the untold aspects of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's life and his journey from a saint to a chief minister. The producers state that delays in the film's release will affect its social and cultural significance, and therefore, they hope for swift action from the court.
