The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has denied approval for the satellite rights of the Malayalam film Marco, starring Unni Mukundan. Additionally, the board has requested the removal of the movie from OTT platforms due to its intense violent content.
CBFC Regional Officer Nadeem Thufali T has formally appealed to the CBFC chairperson, urging the government to withdraw the film from streaming services like SonyLIV and Aha. The neo-noir action thriller had already been given an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certification, and the CBFC maintains that it is not appropriate for a family audience.
In an interview with Manorama News, Nadeem Thufali T explained:
“The CBFC’s role is strictly limited to certification, not censorship. While Marco is certified for adult viewing, we have deemed it unsuitable for television broadcasting.”
Meanwhile, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan raised concerns about violent movies influencing youth. He cited a recent fatal altercation involving students in Kozhikode as an example of how aggressive content can negatively impact young minds.
Reacting to the controversy, actor Jagadish offered a contrasting viewpoint. During the promotion of his film Parivar, he remarked:
“If Lage Raho Munna Bhai promoted Gandhian values, how many followed them? If films influence people, why do they only absorb negativity and not positivity?”
The debate continues as authorities and filmmakers clash over the impact of violent cinema on society.
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