18 Cuts Before Release, Welcome to the Jungle Cleared by CBFC After Major Changes Including Bikini Scenes & Kashmir Reference

Bollywood’s much-awaited comedy sequel, Welcome to the Jungle, has finally been cleared for theatrical release—but not without significant changes. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly mandated 18 cuts and modifications before granting the film a UA 16+ certificate.

Starring Akshay Kumar, the film is set to hit cinemas on June 26, marking the third installment in the popular Welcome franchise.

UA 16+ Certification and Runtime Details

The CBFC has certified the film with a UA 16+ rating, indicating that viewers under 16 years may require parental guidance. The final runtime stands at 164.50 minutes (2 hours 44 minutes).

“The certification came only after multiple edits—highlighting the board’s strict stance on sensitive content.”

The storyline revolves around a billionaire attempting to fake financial losses by producing a deliberately disastrous film, assembling a chaotic team including a fading superstar and an incompetent director duo.

What Were the 18 Cuts About?

According to reports, the list of CBFC modifications includes dialogue changes, visual edits, and removal of certain references.

Some of the key changes include:

• Bikini scenes were altered or trimmed
• A reference to Kashmir was modified
• Certain hand gestures were edited
• Multiple dialogues were rewritten to tone down offensive or controversial language

“The film retains its comic essence—but with a more ‘sanitised’ version for audiences.”

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Dialogues That Were Modified

Several dialogues in the film underwent noticeable changes:

• “Kala paida hua hai…koayla hai” was changed to a softer line
• “Desh ki tatti” was modified to remove offensive wording
• “Ejjat le lo” was also altered
• Other lines referencing sacrifice and sensitive themes were rewritten

“The aim was clearly to avoid offending sentiments while keeping the humour intact.”

A High-Stakes Release for the Franchise

Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film carries high expectations as the Welcome franchise has historically been a fan favourite for its chaotic humour and star-studded cast.

With censorship now complete, all eyes are on how audiences respond to this edited version.

“Will the cuts affect the comic punch—or make it more acceptable for a wider audience?”

Final Take

While censorship controversies often create buzz, they also raise questions about creative freedom versus audience sensitivity. In the case of Welcome to the Jungle, the makers seem to have struck a balance—ensuring the film reaches theatres without major hurdles.

“Sometimes, what gets cut becomes as important as what remains.”