The film 'Santosh', which has been appreciated worldwide, is now engulfed in controversies. The film was scheduled to release in theaters soon for the Indian audience, but the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has banned it. The film has raised objections to some scenes, due to which it will not be released in India. The film's director Sandhya Suri is very angry with this decision.

What did director Sandhya Suri say?
British-Indian filmmaker Sandhya Suri says that CBFC has demanded so many cuts in the film that it will affect its entire story. He said –
“I don't think there is any sensational violence about the police in my film. But after so many cuts, its real feeling will end. Its release in India was very important for me, but now it is not possible.”

Why controversy on the film?
The film 'Santosh' is the story of a widow woman, in which Shahana Goswami is in the lead role and is playing the role of a police officer. The story of the film revolves around the murder case of a Dalit girl, which this female police officer tries to resolve. But the dispute happened because –
The film shows the cruelty of the police.
It depicts discrimination against Muslim community and lower caste women.
CBFC felt that the film could increase communal tension in India.

International identity to 'Santosh'
Even though the film did not get the approval for release in India, it is performing tremendously on the international platforms –
The film was sent to the Oscar on behalf of the UK.
It was nominated for the Best Debut feature in BAFTA.
Shahana Goswami has also received the Asian Film Award for Best Actress.

conclusion
The team of 'Santosh' is disappointed with the decision of the Censor Board in India, but the film has already left its mark internationally. Now the thing to see will be whether the directors will appeal on it or the film will be released in India through digital platforms!

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