The Bombay High Court has mandated the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to finalize its decision on the certification of Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' by September 25. The film, which portrays former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the controversial Emergency period of 1975-77, has faced objections from Sikh organizations alleging misrepresentation. The court emphasized that fears of public disorder cannot justify the refusal of certification, asserting the importance of creative freedom. Justice B.P. Colabawalla questioned whether the CBFC believes the public is too naive to differentiate fiction from reality. The court also scrutinized potential political motivations behind the CBFC's delay, particularly given Ranaut's position as a BJP parliamentarian. This case underscores the ongoing tensions between artistic expression and community sensitivities in India's film industry.