The Indian Central Board for Film Certification (CBFC) again refused clearance to Punjabi film Toofan Singh based on a Khalistani militant, starring Ranjit Bawa, for its release in India.

The film was originally scheduled for a release on July 15, 2016 but was postponed after the censor board refused clearance after they were unable to reach a consensus. A subsequent revising committee refused certification in September 2016 citing that “the film depicts anti-national elements and glorifies the Khalistan movement.” Board’s decision paved the way for the fresh submission on July 13, 2017 to the CBFC.

A spokesman for the producers of the film said, that following the decision of the CBFC, Royal Cine Arts re-mastered the entire film to address all points raised by the CBFC. Despite full co-operation, a fresh submission to the CBFC received an outright blanket refusal for clearance. A distinct message was also communicated outlining that clearance would never be granted regardless of current or any future amendments.