Nikkhil Advani, the producer of the upcoming movie Vedaa starring John Abraham, has alleged delay by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in giving clearance to the film. Taking to Instagram, Nikkhil Advani shared a joint post with John Abraham, Zee Studios, Abhishek Banerjee, and Emmay Entertainment, which said: “We, the producers of Vedaa, feel compelled to share with our fans & supporters that despite our best efforts, we are still to secure clearance and certification from the CBFC of India. Vedaa Delayed? Makers of John Abraham-Starrer Issue Statement Over Film's Troubles With CBFC In Getting Certification.

“Adhering to protocols, we applied for certification well before the prescribed eight weeks to release. Our film was screened for the CBFC on June 25. Post this, we were advanced for a revising committee review without any explanation as to what the esteemed examining committee's concerns or objections were.” The post added, “It is our earnest request and wish that these words reach those who are able to help us resolve and dissipate this impasse and have our film certified.

John Abraham’s ‘Vedaa’ Makers Issue Statement

 

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August 15 is a special date that we are fortunate to find ourselves in a position to bring our film to the fans of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani, who have supported our previous releases Satyameva Jayate and Batla House on the same date.” Calling Vedaa a powerful and out-and-out entertaining film inspired by current events, the post said: "We believe it deserves to reach the audience. It is our sincere endeavour that we will be able to keep our appointment with you.” Vedaa Release Postponed! John Abraham-Sharvari Wagh's Film to Now Hit Theatres On August 15 (Check New Poster).

Vedaa starring John Abraham, Abhishek Banerjee, and Sharvari in key roles is slated for an August 15 release, clashing with Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s Stree 2 and Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein.

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