Kangana Ranaut's Emergency likely to release after Punjab elections: Exclusive

Kangana Ranaut's Emergency, which was set to release in September, is yet to hit theatres. India Today exclusively learnt that the film is likely to release after Punjab elections.

In Short

• Emergency was supposed to release in theatres on September 6
• However, it was postponed due to massive backlash
• India Today Digital learnt that the film might release after Punjab elections

Kangana Ranaut's much-anticipated political drama, Emergency, is likely to hit theatres after the Punjab elections. The film was earlier scheduled to be released on September 6. Now, India Today Digital has exclusively learnt that the makers are targeting a release after the elections.

Now, a source close to the production said, "After agreeing to all the terms of CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification), the team will most likely release the film after the Punjab elections. The film is really close to everyone's heart and the audience should get to watch the film. So, after much consideration and not to hurt anyone's sentiments, the whole team decided that once the elections are over, they will decide on a suitable day and release the film. Releasing the film during a calmer time seems the best decision for now."

The CBFC issued a U/A certificate for Emergency and suggested a few cuts.

Here's the trailer:

Emergency, directed by and starring Ranaut, chronicles the political events of the 1975 Emergency imposed by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Ever since the trailer dropped, the film has created a significant buzz and faced backlash from Sikh organisations for alleged misrepresentation. Due to this, the film's release had to be pushed.

While the exact release date remains under wraps, it is clear that the makers are keeping a close eye on the political calendar, ensuring that Emergency arrives at a suitable time.