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Aroon Deep
Journalist and tech correspondent at The Hindu, known for reporting on the censor board and leading the CBFC Watch Archive that cataloged certification cuts.
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Jan 19, 2026
• 24min
Jana Nayagan vs. the CBFC: What goes behind censoring 720 hours of film?
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Aroon Deep, a journalist and tech correspondent at The Hindu, dives deep into the ongoing controversy surrounding the high-profile film Jana Nayagan. He reveals how the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has modified over 720 hours of film content, often leading to significant censorship issues. Aroon discusses the political implications of last-minute alterations, the economic pressures on producers, and the increasing opacity of CBFC's processes. His insights reveal a troubling trend where creativity is stifled and self-censorship becomes a norm among filmmakers.
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