Tiger Shroff’s most intense action thriller yet faces the censor board’s wrath! Despite receiving an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate, Baaghi 4 has been subjected to a whopping 23 cuts by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film, releasing September 5, 2025, showcases Tiger in his darkest avatar yet, but not without significant compromises.
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Baaghi 4 CBFC Cuts Breakdown: What Got Axed
| Cut Type | Details | Count |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Cuts | Violent scenes, nudity, religious imagery | 18 cuts |
| Audio Cuts | Muted dialogues and profanity | 5 cuts |
| Total Runtime | Original: 2h 43m 50s → Final: 2h 37m 5s | 6m 45s removed |
| Certificate | Adults Only (A) Rating | Maintained |
| Additional Trims | Voluntary cuts by makers | 19 scenes |
The Censorship Details That Shocked Fans
According to a report from Bollywood Hungama, the CBFC’s Examination Committee made several cuts to both the visuals and audio in Baaghi 4, targeting the film’s most intense sequences. The board was particularly concerned with:
Major Visual Cuts:
- Coffin Scene Deleted: A scene of Tiger Shroff standing on a coffin was deleted
- Religious Sensitivity: A one-second shot where a character lights a cigarette from a ‘niranjan diya’ was among the removed scenes
- Frontal Nudity: Complete removal of explicit scenes despite A certification
- Violence Reduction: Multiple brutal action sequences toned down or removed entirely
Audio Censorship:
The word “condom” was muted along with several profanities and explicit dialogues, showing the board’s strict stance even for adult-certified content.
Double Editing: Makers’ Additional Cuts
What’s particularly interesting is that the makers weren’t satisfied with just the CBFC cuts. On 29 August, the Baaghi 4 makers approached the CBFC once more, deciding to further trim the film’s length. They shortened 19 scenes and removed 6 minutes and 45 seconds of footage.
This voluntary editing suggests the producers wanted to ensure a smoother theatrical experience, possibly removing scenes that could cause further controversy or pacing issues.
Why Baaghi 4 Faced Such Heavy Censorship
Baaghi 4 represents the franchise’s darkest chapter, with Tiger Shroff taking on a more mature, intense role alongside powerhouse performers like Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa, and Harnaaz Sandhu. The film’s A-certificate was inevitable given its:
- Excessive violence and bloodshed
- Mature themes and adult content
- Religious and cultural references
- Explicit language and situations
Director A. Harsha, known for his South Indian action spectacles, brought his signature style to Bollywood, which apparently pushed several boundaries that required CBFC intervention.
Box Office Impact: Will Cuts Hurt Collections?
Despite the cuts, early indicators suggest strong audience interest. Baaghi 4 advance booking crosses ₹2.6 crore with 1.10 lakh tickets sold, indicating that Tiger Shroff’s fan base remains undeterred by the censorship controversy.
The film’s marketing has cleverly positioned these cuts as evidence of the film’s raw, uncompromising vision, potentially turning the controversy into a marketing advantage.
For more insights into how censorship affects box office performance, check out our detailed analysis on Bollywood controversies and collections.
What This Means for Action Cinema
The extensive cuts to Baaghi 4 highlight the ongoing tension between creative freedom and regulatory oversight in Indian cinema. Even with an A-certificate, filmmakers must navigate:
- Cultural sensitivities
- Religious imagery concerns
- Violence thresholds
- Explicit content boundaries
This sets a precedent for future action franchises and raises questions about the effectiveness of age-based certification systems.
The Final Verdict
The final runtime of Baaghi 4 is 2 hours, 37 minutes, and 5 seconds, still offering audiences nearly 2.5 hours of high-octane action despite the significant cuts.
While purists may lament the censored version, the film promises to deliver Tiger Shroff’s most intense performance yet. The question remains: will the cuts dilute the impact, or will the remaining content be powerful enough to satisfy action enthusiasts?
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FAQs
Q: Why did CBFC make so many cuts despite giving Baaghi 4 an ‘A’ certificate?
A: Even with an Adults Only certification, CBFC maintains strict guidelines about explicit violence, religious imagery, and cultural sensitivities. The 23 cuts primarily targeted scenes with excessive brutality, frontal nudity, and religious references that could potentially offend certain communities. The A-certificate allows mature themes but doesn’t provide complete immunity from censorship, especially when content involves religious symbols or extreme graphic violence.
Q: Will there be an uncut version of Baaghi 4 available on OTT platforms later?
A: Typically, OTT platforms in India also follow CBFC guidelines, so the theatrical cut usually becomes the standard version across all platforms. However, international releases or director’s cuts sometimes surface on global streaming platforms. The makers haven’t announced any plans for an uncut version, but given the film’s high profile and the controversy around the cuts, there’s always a possibility of a “director’s cut” being considered for future digital releases.
