Not only will it be released this week Alpha, baby do it die do it And minions and monsters But Gujarati film also, Karma Nu Rahasyam. Gujarati cinema is generally associated with family-friendly themes and stories. But Karma Nu Rahasyam There is one exception. This is a rare film from the regional industry in which the characters are shown abusing. Interestingly, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has not even asked for cuts while clearing the film.
Exclusive: Karma Nu Rahasyam, a rare Gujarati film full of abuses, to clash with Alpha; Passed by CBFC without any abuse
Karma Nu Rahasyam Inspired by shocking true stories and stars Utsav Naik, Prince Limbadia, Bansi Rajput, Naisarg Mistry, Zankhana Patel, Makrand, Arvind Vegada and Sapna Vyas. It is produced by Karan Singh Tomar and directed by Asif Silawat. Characters can be seen speaking in the trailer ‘B*****e’, ‘B********d’ And ‘f*****g’. According to Gujarati industry insiders, this is probably the first Gujarati film to do so.
CBFC passed the film with an ‘A’ certificate and asked for some modifications. The makers were asked to insert a disclaimer that alcohol is banned in the state of Gujarat and that alcohol has been used in the film for dramatic purpose. CBFC has added another disclaimer that consumption and trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances is prohibited in law and is punishable with rigorous imprisonment and fine.
CBFC also asked the producers to put some names under ‘Special Thanks’. Asked to blur the name of the alcohol brand. Anti-smoking static was added to scenes where characters are seen smoking. In the end an actor’s name was muted. As far as abuse is concerned, CBFC did not ask for any mute or removal.
Once these changes were made, the CBFC passed Karma Nu Rahasyam On 25 May. As stated on the censor certificate, the length of the film is 108.00 minutes. In other words, Karma Nu Rahasyam Is 1 hour 48 minutes long.
Gujarati industry in shock
Karma Nu Rahasyam Has created a storm in Gujarati film industry. An industry insider said, “Gujarati cinema has never been known for such bad language. It seems that abuses have been added to create shock value and grab people’s attention. This is against the culture and DNA of the Gujarati film industry.”
However, another producer commented, “Abuses have become common in Hindi films and web series. So, it was only a matter of time that such language made its way into a Gujarati film as well. However, what is surprising is that the CBFC has passed the film without censoring the abuses. In the past, they have asked for cuts in ‘A’ rated films too, but in this case Karma Nu RahasyamHe has not done this. “It feels like there is no continuity.”
Still, industry members believe other filmmakers may not follow suit. Karma Nu Rahasyampath of. The producer revealed, “Many films depend on the subsidy given by the Gujarat state government. However, as per subsidy rules, it is given only to films that receive a ‘U’ or U/A certificate. Adult-rated films may not be eligible for the subsidy. As a result, many film producers will not be willing to sacrifice the subsidy amount just to maintain profanity in their films.”
