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Aakhri Sawal clears CBFC at last as release date shifts again amid controversy
Entertainment
Published on 8 May 2026
CBFC clearance lands after the film was already delayed
Sanjay Dutt’s upcoming film Aakhri Sawal was slated to release today, May 8, but the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) withheld clearance due to concerns around its storyline. With the CBFC certificate finally approved, the release and promotions can restart, though the exact date has been pushed from the planned window.
- Aakhri Sawal was expected to hit theatres on May 8
- CBFC delayed clearance over the film’s controversial storyline
- After pending review, the film has now received clearance
- Release and promotions were paused and are set to resume
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