CBFC orders cuts to ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’, grants UA 13+ certificate ahead of release
The Indian Central Board of Film Certification has approved the release of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' with a UA 13+ rating. The approval required minor edits, including the removal of a kissing scene and the muting of strong language.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing regulatory challenges and cultural adjustments major Hollywood studios face when distributing content in the Indian market.
Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day has completed the certification process for its Indian theatrical release after the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) granted the superhero blockbuster a UA 13+ certificate with minor modifications. The film is scheduled to open in Indian cinemas alongside its worldwide release later this week.
According to the CBFC’s certification details, the board instructed the makers to delete an eight-second kissing sequence before approving the film for exhibition. In addition, three instances of strong language were either muted or removed from both the English audio track and subtitles. The certified version also carries the mandatory static anti-alcohol health warning during scenes depicting alcohol consumption, in line with Indian exhibition guidelines.
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