Amid the ongoing controversy regarding Kangana Ranaut's next film 'Emergency', director Vivek Agnihotri has criticised the censorship rules. The film's release has been delayed due to certification issues. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has not yet approved it. Regarding this, Vivek Agnihotri shared his views on censorship on X (formerly Twitter), which even Kangana Ranaut could not stop herself from sharing.

Vivek Agnihotri wrote on X on Wednesday morning, 'Censorship: No creative expression should ever be censored - this is my personal view.' Vivek Agnihotri added, 'But if you still insist on censorship, why not start with TV debates, news programmes, political speeches and religious sermons? These are often the real sources of fake news, division, hatred and violence.'

Vivek Agnihotri did not stop here and further said, 'If you feel that it defames you or hurts your sentiments, then you should muster some courage to bear that criticism. If it doesn't present your case, create something that does present your case. After all, cowards censor only that thing which exposes their ugly face to the world.'

Kangana Ranaut immediately agreed with Vivek Agnihotri's statement and shared his tweet on her Instagram story. Ranaut's film 'Emergency' is getting delayed due to certification issues. The release date of the film was fixed for 6 September. However, looking at the current situation it has become clear that it will not be able to hit the theatres on time.

According to the report, a wrong image of the Sikh community has been presented in the film. On this he has demanded to remove some scenes. These include the assassination of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and the Punjab riots. Bombay High Court heard this matter today and made it clear that the film will not be released on September 6. Talking about 'Emergency', apart from acting in it, Kangana has also directed it. It also stars Anupam Kher and Shreyas Talpade in lead roles.