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Indian Medical Association Urges CBFC to Deny Certification for Sunny Deol's Film ‘Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak’
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What Happened?
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has requested the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to deny certification for the film ‘Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak’ due to its objectionable content. The film, starring Sunny Deol, is set to release on November 20.
Key points
- The IMA objects to the film's teaser, which depicts violence against healthcare workers.
- Dr. Anilkumar J Nayak, IMA president, submitted a representation to the CBFC on November 4.
- The IMA demands a screening with IMA representatives present during the film's review.
- The association seeks a disclaimer stating the film does not represent the medical profession.
- It reserves the right to approach the courts if its requests are not met.
Key insights
- The film's portrayal of violence against doctors could influence public perception of healthcare workers.
- If the CBFC denies certification, it may set a precedent for future films depicting violence against medical professionals.
- The IMA's actions may prompt other medical associations to take similar stances on film content.
Why it matters
The IMA's request highlights concerns about the portrayal of healthcare professionals in media.
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Indian Medical Association· OrganizationCentral Board of Film Certification· OrganizationSuryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak· FilmSunny Deol· PersonRavi Kishan· PersonCinematograph Act· Law
Source
Times of India
