Entrance Of Under-18s Result In Delay Of 'Salaar' Screening! (2024)

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Entrance Of Under-18s Result In Delay Of 'Salaar' Screening!? ›

The movie does not have foul language or vulgar scenes or intimate romance but the 'A' certificate prevented the film from having any under-18 kid into the theatre officially. While many single screens are not strict on following this rule, the popular theatre chain decided to send the under-18s out of the theatre.

Salaar received an A (adults only) classification from the CBFC and was theatrically released on 22 December 2023 in standard and IMAX formats.

The classification details also mention sustained sequences of knife violence, explosions, and more impactful scenes in Salaar. It looks like Salaar is going to be one of the most violent films. The runtime is 174 mins. Salaar is set for release worldwide on December 22.

While makers of such big-budget projects would aim to bring in all sets of audiences to theatres, Hombale Films will be missing out on family audiences and kids as the film is certified for adults only. SS Rajamouli, in a special interview, asked Prashanth Neel, Prabhas, and Prithviraj the same question.

Violence & Gore (8)

Hand-to-hand clashes feature crunchy bone breaks, body slams and impactful blows. Strong scenes of violence yield significant bloodshed in the process of stabbings and shootings. There is also emphasis on dead bodies and surrounding areas covered in blood. A girl is threatened with rape by man.

But still these can be watched by teenagers. But 18+/ or 'A' films are completely unsuitable for anyone under the age of 18.

However, Prashanth Neel made it clear that what he showed in Salaar was bloodshed and no forced violence. He also emphasised that there will be no romance, sex or any other explicit content in the movie.

It is known that Salaar got 18+ rating due to violence and bloodshed. Dunki is the story of four immigrants. The film tells the story of four friends from a small village in punjab who travel to england without a visa and what happens.

-- including on children. There is sexual harassment and discussion on rape, and a male character inappropriately makes sexual advances toward a woman. A character has a heart attack and another one coughs blood.

An 'A' certificate for a feature film is generally given based on the violence and obscenity in the content. Recently, we have seen many films that were given a U/A certificate despite excessive violence, profanity in dialogues, and obscenity in scenes. But it is a surprise to see 'Salaar' receiving an A certificate.

Why is Salaar certified? ›

Vijay also emphasised that 'Salaar' was not given 'A' certificate because of any vulgarity but only because of its intense action sequences. “The action sequences are so intense, so we did not want to disturb the flow. We got an 'A' certificate only because of that.

Khansaar is a fictional city and an autonomous state. Khansaar in Salaar is not a real place. There is no place called as Khansaar, similar to what was described in Salaar movie, exists in India or near India. The place of Khansaar is a work of imagination, and is a part of the fanciful world of Salaar movie.

Parental Guidance (PG)

Films and computer games classified PG (Parental Guidance) can have content that a child may find confusing or upsetting and require the guidance of a parent or guardian. It is not recommended for viewing by children under the age of 15 without guidance of a parent or guardian.

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older.

Oppenheimer is rated R for some sexuality, nudity, and language. It is also a long film, clocking in at 180 minutes. So, it is ultimately up to the parents or guardians of the 14-year-olds to decide whether or not they are mature enough to watch the film.