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Salman Khan’s ‘Maatrubhumi’ Secures Government NOC, Awaits CBFC Clearance
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 03:48 AM
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The upcoming Salman Khan film ‘Maatrubhumi’ has received a government No‑Objection Certificate, with the Central Board of Film Certification yet to grant clearance after reported edits to suit India‑China sensitivities.
Salman Khan’s next venture, titled “Maatrubhumi”, has obtained a No‑Objection Certificate (NOC) from the central government, clearing the first regulatory hurdle for its release. The approval was granted after the film’s producers submitted the required documentation and assured authorities that the content complies with national guidelines.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is now reviewing the film. Clearance from the board is mandatory before any public exhibition, and the board’s decision will determine the final certification and any further modifications required.
Sources close to the production indicate that certain scenes were altered to avoid potential diplomatic friction with China, reflecting a broader industry trend of self‑censorship on geopolitical issues. No specific details of the changes have been disclosed.
The pending CBFC clearance means the release date remains tentative, but the NOC suggests that the film is on track to move forward once the board issues its certification.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is now reviewing the film. Clearance from the board is mandatory before any public exhibition, and the board’s decision will determine the final certification and any further modifications required.
Sources close to the production indicate that certain scenes were altered to avoid potential diplomatic friction with China, reflecting a broader industry trend of self‑censorship on geopolitical issues. No specific details of the changes have been disclosed.
The pending CBFC clearance means the release date remains tentative, but the NOC suggests that the film is on track to move forward once the board issues its certification.