The upcoming Bollywood film OMG 2, a sequel to the 2012 film OMG – Oh My God!, has been mired in controversy since its announcement.
The film, which stars Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi, has been asked to make 35 cuts by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), to receive a U/A certificate.
The CBFC has cited concerns about the film's depiction of Hindu deities and its portrayal of religious themes.
One of the main areas of contention is Akshay Kumar's character, who is said to be a godman in the film.
The CBFC has asked that the character be changed to a human being, or that his scenes be edited to make it clear that he is not a god.
The producers of the film have refused to make these changes, arguing that they would compromise the integrity of the film.
Some critics have argued that the CBFC is overstepping its bounds by asking for changes to a film that is based on religious themes.
Audiences also argue that the film should be allowed to be released as it is, without any cuts.
The controversy surrounding OMG 2 is a complex one, and there are no easy answers.