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Initially, the CBFC had raised strong objections to the film’s title, citing that 'Janaki' is another name for the Hindu goddess Sita, and had proposed 96 cuts.
Vasudevan also sought a list of goddess names in India to avoid unintentionally using names considered sacred in characters depicting victims of sexual violence in his upcoming movie.
The CBFC counsel softened its stance on Wednesday in the High Court and suggested that the makers only need to include two changes in the film.
The court criticizes the CBFC's reasoning, emphasizing artistic freedom and the lack of a convincing reason for objection.
Janaki is at the center of a film certification controversy in Kerala, with the High Court questioning the CBFC's objection to its use in the Suresh Gopi-starrer.
'Santosh', directed by British Indian filmmaker Sandhya Suri, known for documentaries such as 'I For India' and 'Around India with a Movie Camera', is a police procedural thriller set in north India.
The CBFC has already rejected the satellite certification for the movie for screening on television due to the extremely violent content.
A bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandarchud said the Central Board of Film Certification has already certified the film, which is slated for release on May 5.
The film's trailer will be out on January 10.
Without a CBFC certification, the filmmakers will not be able to show the film anywhere in the country.
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