Cinema VinesBollywood’s latest romantic comedy, Nakhrewaalii, hit theatres on October 30, promising a light‑hearted, family‑friendly experience with a distinctly North Indian flair. Yet, the film’s release was accompanied by a surprise: the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) issued it an ‘A’ certificate, restricting viewing to adults. The board’s decision was based on several scenes deemed inappropriate for younger audiences, prompting a series of edits before the film could be screened.
The CBFC’s Examining Committee requested a number of changes to the dialogue and subtitles. In one instance, the line “UP mein sab poor hote hai kya Sumit” was altered to “Tumhare yahan sab aise hote hai kya…”. The word “UP” itself was replaced with “village” in another exchange. A more controversial edit involved the phrase “Must be some East Delhi b***h,” which the board mandated be changed to “Must be some cheap little witch.” In addition, the opening disclaimer was modified, the expletive “Maa ki” was muted, and the word “mother” was removed from the subtitles.
After the filmmakers incorporated these changes, the CBFC handed over the censor certificate on October 28. The certificate lists the film’s running time as 129.27 minutes, equivalent to 2 hours, 9 minutes and 27 seconds. Despite the adult rating, the movie’s plot centers on a misogynistic young man who, after a challenge from his love’s father, decides to become a woman in order to secure a government job within a month, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.
Starring Ansh Duggal and Pragati Srivastava, Nakhrewaalii blends humor with social commentary. The film’s title track, a recreation of Kishore Kumar’s 1956 classic, has been highlighted by director Aanand L. Rai as embodying “warmth, mischief and charm.” While the CBFC’s edits sparked debate among fans, the movie remains a noteworthy addition to the 2026 Bollywood lineup.
