The Vvaan Censor Clearance
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's Fantasy Film The Vvaan Receives U/A 16+ Certificate
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Independent artist Sargam Vaish accused the film’s makers of using about 25 seconds from his song “Aigiri Nandini” in the trailer without permission, claiming they used his master file, production and vocals “as is.”
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The film was previously scheduled for August 28, 2026, but was delayed by a month, allowing it to avoid a planned box-office clash with Yash and Kiara Advani’s Toxic.
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An industry insider attributed the clean certification to the filmmakers keeping the film’s violence and romance in check and writing the dialogue appropriately.
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The film marks Sidharth Malhotra’s return to the big screen after more than a year and pairs him with Tamannaah Bhatia for the first time; its story also incorporates the celebration of Chhath Puja.
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The Vvaan’s trailer reportedly received a mixed audience response, while its songs “Chhathi Maiya” and “Thummak Thummak” drew attention.
India's Central Board of Film Certification has cleared The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest with a U/A 16+ certificate ahead of its September 25, 2026 release. The folklore fantasy starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia received clearance without cuts, according to multiple Bollywood Hungama reports, though one account says the board requested language-specific credits and anti-drug messaging.
The 136-minute film marks Malhotra's return to cinemas after over a year away and pairs him with Bhatia for the first time. The production was delayed from August 28 to September 25 to avoid clashing with Yash and Kiara Advani's action film Toxic, according to industry sources.
Director's Vision Survives Board Review Without Cuts
An industry insider told Bollywood Hungama that filmmakers Deepak Kumar Mishra and producers Balaji Motion Pictures kept violence and romance in check while writing dialogue appropriately. This restraint likely persuaded the CBFC to approve the film untouched, a rare outcome for mainstream Hindi genre titles featuring action and romance sequences.
The film blends Indian folklore, adventure, mystery and humor centered around a sacred, forbidden forest. It prominently features Chhath Puja celebrations and draws inspiration from real locations like the Van Devi Temple in Bihta, Bihar, expanding its world through a companion comic book series.
Copyright Dispute Over Unpublished Song Resolved Quickly
Independent musician Sargam Vaish accused the filmmakers of using approximately 25 seconds from his song Aigiri Nandini in the trailer without permission on September 20. He claimed they used his master file, production and vocals as is, according to his Instagram statement.
Balaji Motion Pictures resolved the dispute within 24 hours. Vaish told trade publications that executives were cooperative and apologetic, acquiring full sync rights for the track. The swift resolution has been praised as a positive precedent for protecting independent artists' master recordings.
Advance Bookings Show Strong Opening Day Momentum
The Vvaan sold over 100,000 tickets across 1,307 theatres and 5,890 shows on its opening advance-booking day, according to NDTV Profit. Jay-Ho.com reported the film moved 85,000+ tickets, while Pinkville projected a first-day collection of approximately 7 crore rupees.
The staggered September 25 release date gives The Vvaan exclusive single-release positioning across Hindi-speaking markets, Bihar and mass-market regions. Clean U/A certification ensures theatres can screen the complete director's cut without age-restriction disruptions or mandated edits.
Promotional Music Tracks Gain Traction Despite Mixed Trailer Response
The film's trailer drew mixed audience reactions overall, according to trade tracking, but songs Chhathi Maiya and Thummak Thummak gained significant online attention. The tracks blend traditional folk elements with contemporary production, resonating with core regional audiences in advance of release.
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