Aksh upcoming comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle is all set for a theatrical release on June 26, but the film has undergone significant changes after receiving clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film has been awarded a U/A 16+ certificate after the makers implemented 14 cuts in both dialogues and visuals.
According to reports, the censor certificate was issued on June 20 after the required modifications were completed. The CBFC’s review led to multiple dialogue edits, deletions, and visual adjustments before granting approval for release.
Among the dialogue-related changes, several lines were either modified or completely removed. The line “Kaala paida hua hai, koyla hai” was replaced with “Saadah paida hua hai, namoona hua hai.” Another 10-second segment containing the words “Na diya” was also removed from the final cut.
The board further directed changes to several other expressions. Words like “screwed” were replaced with softer alternatives in two instances, while references such as “Azarudden” were changed to “Allaudin.” In another notable alteration, the dialogue referencing “Paani of Kashmir” was modified, and the line “Desh ki tatti” was completely deleted.
Changes also extended to military-related references. “Gorkha Regiment” was replaced with “Tum army se ho?”, while terms like “General” and “Sir” were substituted with “Officer” in multiple scenes to align with certification guidelines.
On the visual front, the CBFC instructed the makers to remove and modify several sensual sequences. This included the deletion of bikini scenes featuring actresses Disha Patani and Jacqueline Fernandez, as well as close-up shots and hip movement visuals from a song sequence. Additionally, a “vulgar” hand gesture shot was replaced with a close-up of actor Vindu Dara Singh.
After all mandated edits were completed, the film was granted certification with a runtime of 164.50 minutes (2 hours, 44 minutes, and 50 seconds). Directed by Ahmed Khan, the ensemble comedy is now set to release in cinemas on June 26.