The release of John Abraham and Sharvari's upcoming film Vedaa has hit a roadblock. The film's director Nikkhil Advani and makers - Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment and JA Entertainment - have stated that their action drama film is yet to received clearance from The Central Bureau of Film Certification (CBFC). The makers, on Thursday, released an official statement appealing the CBFC to award their film a certificate in order for it to release on its scheduled date - August 15. The statement by the makers reads: "We, the producers of Vedaa, feel compelled to share with our fans & supporters that despite our best efforts, we are still to secure a clearance and certification from the CBFC of India. Adhering to protocols we applied for certification well before the prescribed eight weeks to release. Our film was screened for the CBFC on June 25th. Post this, we were advanced to a revising committee review without any explanation as to what the esteemed examining committee’s concerns or objections were. Since then, we have waited patiently for a revising committee to be constituted, impressed on all respected and honourable office bearers and repeatedly daily documented our appeal for certification, consideration or even an explanation. Despite this unusual delay, we have full faith in the system in place and are confident that the CBFC will oblige us rightfully. It is our earnest request and wish that these words reach those who are able to help us resolve and dissipate this impasse and have our film certified. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nikkhil Advani (@nikkhiladvani) August 15th is a special date that we are fortunate to find ourselves in a position to bring our film to fans of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani, who have supported our previous releases Satyameva Jayate and Batla House on the same date. Vedaa is a powerful, out and out entertaining film, inspired by current events. We believe it deserves to reach its audience. It is our sincere endeavour that we will be able to keep our appointment with you. Thank you. Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, JA Entertainment." View this post on Instagram A post shared by John Abraham (@thejohnabraham) Talking about the film, John Abraham had said, "“This riveting story will definitely leave an imprint in your mind as it did for me. I am honoured to play the part and excited for kickstarting this journey.” Vedaa also stars Tamannaah Bhatia and Abhishek Banerjee in pivotal roles.
