Empuraan controversy: Political showdown over re-censorship and cuts

The recently released Malayalam film 'Emporan' has sparked a political controversy in Kerala. The film will undergo re-censorship with 17 cuts, primarily addressing scenes of violence against women and children. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemned what he called a 'hate campaign' against the film, while the BJP criticized it for alleged historical distortions. Actor Mohanlal has issued an apology for the distress caused to fans.