Ram Teri Ganga Maili ko U certificate kyu mila tha?
Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), directed by Raj Kapoor, received a "U" (Universal) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) despite certain scenes that were controversial for their boldness at the time, particularly ones depicting nudity and sensuality.
The movie was granted a "U" certificate primarily because:
Context of the scenes: The scenes were justified in the storyline, portraying the innocence and purity of the character Ganga, played by Mandakini. Raj Kapoor presented these scenes within a larger moral and emotional context, where the character's purity was symbolically connected to the Ganges River, even in her moments of vulnerability.
Symbolic portrayal: The nudity and sensual content were symbolic, intended to convey the moral decay in society, contrasting with the character’s innocence. This narrative approach likely influenced the board's decision to see the scenes as artistic rather than explicit.
Cultural and social messaging: The film carried a strong message about corruption, moral decay, and the exploitation of purity (both of the river and the character), which may have helped the film pass with a "U" certificate, as the overall themes were seen as socially relevant.
However, despite the "U" certificate, the film did face some criticism and debates about censorship, particularly over whether the scenes were appropriate for all audiences.
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