The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has angered fans by removing romantic scenes from James Gunn’s Superman movie in India. The board cut a 33-second kiss between David Corenswet (Superman) and Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), calling it too “sensual” for Indian audiences. This decision has led to widespread criticism online, with many calling the CBFC’s rules outdated and unfair.
Why Are Fans Angry About the Censorship?
Moviegoers in India noticed that two kissing scenes were missing from the film. One was an early romantic moment, and the other was a famous floating kiss seen in the trailer. The CBFC also muted curse words and edited a middle-finger gesture from another character.
Fans say the cuts ruin the flow of the story and make no sense. Many pointed out that Bollywood films often have more adult content, like violent scenes and suggestive dance numbers, but these rarely get censored.
“Even Superman cannot defeat this Sanskari CBFC,” one fan joked on social media.
“They don’t have a problem with Housefull 5 scenes but they have a problem with these?” another user asked, comparing the censorship to a Bollywood comedy with adult jokes.
“Our sanskari censor board didn’t just cut the kiss scene from Superman, they even trimmed this one too,” said another fan, referencing the Guy Gardner scene.
CBFC’s History of Controversial Cuts
This is not the first time the CBFC has made changes to Hollywood films. Recently, they altered a middle-finger emoji in Brad Pitt’s F1 movie, turning it into a fist bump. They also muted swear words in Marvel’s Thunderbolts.
The board gives films a U/A (Parental Guidance for under 13) rating but often trims scenes they think are too mature. However, fans argue that kissing is a normal part of romance and should not be treated as inappropriate.
“It was just a kiss. It’s not like they were ripping each other’s clothes off. CBFC is an utter joke,” a viewer tweeted.
Mixed Reactions From Celebrities and Critics
Actress Shreya Dhanwanthary called the censorship “ridiculous” in a social media post. Others questioned why the board focuses on small romantic moments while ignoring bigger issues in Indian films.
“Superman can’t kiss Lois Lane, but Bollywood heroes can stalk and harass women on screen? What kind of logic is this?” a fan asked.
Despite the cuts, Superman has received positive reviews worldwide. The film is the first in James Gunn’s new DC Universe and introduces a fresh take on the classic hero.
What Happens Next?
The CBFC has not responded to the backlash. Many fans hope the board will reconsider its rules, especially for international films. For now, Indian audiences will see a shorter version of Superman, while the rest of the world enjoys the full movie.
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