Animal: Ranbir Kapoor starrer censored in Bangladesh, 27 minutes of content removed from the film

The much-talked-about Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal faced alterations in its screening in Bangladesh, highlighting significant cuts made by the country's Film Censor Board. Despite its success globally, the movie's version in Bangladesh underwent extensive editing, causing a 27-minute reduction in its original runtime.

Censorship hits Animal in Bangladesh

Reportedly, the Bangladesh Film Censor Board intervened in the release of Animal due to its explicit content, necessitating the removal of certain adult scenes and dialogues. These alterations led to a trimmed runtime of 2 hours and 56 minutes, in contrast to the original 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Cuts by Bangladesh Film Censor Board

The audience in Bangladesh, much like their Indian counterparts, expressed disappointment with the censored version of Animal. The removal of impactful scenes resulted in a diluted viewing experience, lacking the intended shock value. Additionally, the film premiered later in Bangladesh on December 7, unlike its release on December 1 in India and other countries.

Comparison with other releases

Interestingly, while Animal faced significant censorship, another Indian film, Salaar, categorized with an 'A' rating, hasn't yet made its way to Bangladeshi cinemas. There's anticipation regarding its possible release in the upcoming week. Conversely, Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki enjoyed a simultaneous release in Bangladesh alongside its global premiere, differing from the delay experienced by Animal.

Apart from Ranbir Kapoor, Animal featured stellar performances from Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol, and Triptii Dimri, adding to the anticipation and subsequent disappointment surrounding the altered version screened in Bangladesh.