Actor Ishaan Khatter has opened up about India’s censorship process, pointing out inconsistencies in how films are evaluated by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). His comments come after his latest film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, was subjected to 11 cuts before its theatrical release in India. The edited version is reportedly 77 seconds shorter than the one showcased at international film festivals, where it received critical acclaim.

Ishaan Khatter on censorship in India

In a recent interview with Zoom, Ishaan shared his thoughts on the censorship process. “I wasn’t directly involved in the process, so I don’t want to give a misinformed view. But as an artist, it’s difficult when alterations are made. You feel that the vision of your film can sometimes stray or get altered. Of course, the board has its own barometer, and certification is important — but the question is, what are the standards and barometers?” he said.