India’s CBFC Trims Scenes from “Superman” Citing Sensuality
The Indian Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) recently made headlines by cutting 41 seconds from the new “Superman” movie, produced by Warner Bros. and directed by James Gunn. The board flagged certain scenes for being overly sensual, which led to the removal of two kiss scenes between Superman, played by David Corenswet, and Lois Lane, portrayed by Rachel Brosnahan. Additionally, an eight-second scene featuring Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion) using his super-powered ring to make a middle finger gesture was also edited out.
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The Impact of Censorship on Box Office and Public Reaction
Despite these cuts, the “Superman” film achieved significant success in India, securing the largest opening weekend for a DC film in the country. The movie was released in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, catering to a diverse Indian audience. Warner Bros. India confirmed its success via a tweet celebrating the film’s performance.
However, the censorship has sparked a debate among the Indian fans of the DC Universe. Many expressed disappointment, particularly about the censored kiss scenes, arguing that it detracted from the chemistry between Lois and Clark Kent that has been highly praised globally.
Preemptive Measures in Film Editing
The issue of censorship in India isn’t isolated to “Superman”. For instance, the Apple Original film “F1” underwent self-censorship prior to its submission to the CBFC. In anticipation of the board’s regulations, the studio replaced a scene showing a middle finger emoji sent by Brad Pitt’s character with a less provocative fist bump emoji.
Behind the Scenes with Brosnahan and Corenswet
Amidst the controversy, Rachel Brosnahan shared insights into her casting process. She recounted a memorable interaction with Corenswet during their chemistry read, which despite being brief, left a significant impact on both actors. They later met for breakfast in New York after being cast, which helped them forge a real-life connection that translated into their on-screen romance.
David Corenswet also reflected on their casting, noting the surprise and excitement he felt upon learning he would be playing the iconic role alongside Brosnahan. Despite not knowing each other well initially, their subsequent interactions helped build a strong foundation for their performances.
The alterations made by the CBFC continue to evoke mixed reactions, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between cultural standards and artistic expression in cinema, particularly in a diverse and culturally rich country like India.
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