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Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
Janaki V vs State of Kerala OTT release: Where to watch Suresh Gopi's Malayalam legal drama after its run in theatres
Janaki V vs State of Kerala OTT release: Janaki V vs State of Kerala hit the screens on July 17 and opened to a good response at the box office. The Suresh Gopi-led flick, however, received mixed reviews. The film arrived in theatres after being delayed because of a controversy over its title. According to OTT Play, Janaki V vs State of Kerala will premiere on ZEE 5 after its run in theatres. However, the exact date is yet to be revealed. Janaki V vs State of Kerala plot and cast explored Janaki V vs State of Kerala is a legal drama that explores the life of a woman named Janaki V. After a terrifying experience near her hometown, she decides to fight for justice and right the wrongs. The film explores her struggles while highlighting the flaws of the system. Janaki V vs State of Kerala stars Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran. The Mollywood superstar is one of the biggest names in the industry. His recent releases include Paappan and Garudan. Anupama, on the other hand, rose to fame with her work in Premam. Janaki V vs State of Kerala Janaki V vs State of Kerala received mixed reviews with critics lauding the story but panning the execution. India Today gave the film 2 stars out of 5. 'With a more cohesive screenplay, restrained editing, and a clearer narrative focus, this courtroom drama could have made a far greater impact,' read a portion of the review. Despite the mediocre word-of-mouth Janaki V vs State of Kerala has made an impact at the box office. According to Sacnilk, it earned Rs 2.1 crore in two days. Janaki V vs State of Kerala controversy explained Janaki V vs State of Kerala landed in trouble ahead of its release when the CBFC asked for 96 edits and told the makers to change the character's name. However, after a round of court-mediated discussions, the number of edits was reduced to two. The character's name was muted in two courtroom sequences. Moreover, the title was tweaked to reflect the protagonist's full name.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Janaki V vs State of Kerala box office collection day 2: Suresh Gopi's Malayalam film earns Rs 1 crore in India
Janaki V vs State of Kerala box office collection day 2: Suresh Gopi's Janaki V vs State of Kerala hit the screens on July 17 and opened to a good response at the Indian box office despite receiving mixed reviews. It continued its run on Friday and remained the pick of the Malayalam audience. Janaki V vs State of Kerala stays stable on first Friday Janaki V vs State of Kerala hit the screens on July 17 and collected a decent Rs 1.1 crore (nett) in India on the opening day. It then stayed strong on its first Friday. According to Sacnilk, a trade website, the courtroom drama earned Rs 1 crore on its second day. Janaki V vs State of Kerala had an overall occupancy of 11.64% on the second day. The morning shows recorded an occupancy of 5.14%. The afternoon shows saw an occupancy of nearly 9.47%. The night shows fared the best on this front, as they had an occupancy of nearly 20% Janaki V vs State of Kerala recorded its best occupancy in Mumbai (19.5%) and Bengaluru (18.75%). It, however, did not find much patronage in markets such as Alappuzha (6%) and Hyderabad (12.33%) Day-wise breakdown for Janaki V vs State of Kerala Day 1: Rs 1.1 crore Day 2: Rs 1 crore The total collection stands at Rs 2.1 crore Why did Janaki V State of Kerala land in trouble ahead of its release? Janaki V vs State of Kerala landed in a controversy ahead of its release when the CBFC asked for 96 edits and told the makers to change the title/character's name. However, after a court-mediated discussion, the number of edits was reduced to two. The character's name was muted in two courtroom sequences, and the title was tweaked. This caused the film to be delayed by a few weeks. Janani V vs State of Kerala review Janaki V vs State of Kerala received mixed reviews with critics lauding the concept but panning the execution. India Today gave the film ⅖. 'With a more cohesive screenplay, restrained editing, and a clearer narrative focus, this courtroom drama could have made a far greater impact,' read a portion of the review. The mediocre word-of-mouth could spell trouble for the film once the initial buzz dies down. About Janaki V vs State of Kerala Janaki V vs State of Kerala is a courtroom drama that examines the life of a woman named Janaki V. After a horrific incident near her hometown, she sets out on a relentless quest for justice. The film explores her struggles while highlighting the defects of the system. Janaki V vs State of Kerala stars Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran.
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Janaki V v/s State Of Kerala X Reviews: Suresh Gopi's courtroom drama is gripping
Curated By : Last Updated: July 18, 2025, 19:02 IST Janaki V v/s State of Kerala received mixed reviews from viewers (Photo Source: Instagram) After a legal battle and a series of delays, actor-politician Suresh Gopi's latest film Janaki V v/s State of Kerala finally hit the big screens on July 17. The Malayalam courtroom drama was denied certification by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to the movie's title. After discussions, the makers opted for a modification by adding the word 'V" to its title, following which it received a UA certificate with a 16+ age recommendation. Janaki V v/s State of Kerala, also starring Anupama Parameswaran, tells the tale of a woman's legal struggle for justice after an assault. The first X reviews of the Pravin Narayanan directorial are now out. Janaki V v/s has received mixed responses. Let's take a look at some of them: Heaping praise on Suresh Gopi's performance, one user wrote, 'A tightly made courtroom drama that keeps you engaged throughout. Suresh Gopi delivers a commanding, nuanced performance that truly stands out. Anupama Parameswaran's performance (thumbs up). The film maintains a steady pace and finishes on a high. A compelling and satisfying watch." A tightly made courtroom drama that keeps you engaged throughout, Suresh Gopi delivers a commanding, nuanced performance that truly stands out. Anupama Parameswaran performance 👍The film maintains a steady pace and finishes on a highA compelling and satisfying watch.… — kiran (@kirancsiva) July 17, 2025 Sharing a similar sentiment, another wrote, 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala is a gripping courtroom drama! Suresh Gopi is fiery as Advocate David, and Anupama Parameswaran delivers a powerful act. A must-watch." A movie buff was impressed by the emotions the film evoked. 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala – A well-made courtroom drama with a proper execution. Suresh Gopi is back as a performer in this film. Anupama Parameswaran also nailed her role throughout. Emotions are Written Well without missing their intensity." One person found the plot 'excellent," but thought that the diaoluges were too 'preachy". 'An excellent, relevant plot but poor writing, poor casting except the leads, lack of good craftsmanship and some unwanted propaganda when considering the story. It was just an ok watch for me. And I couldn't stand the preaching dialogues in the courtroom," read his review. An excellent relevant plot but poor writing, poor casting except the leads, lack of good craftsmanship and some unwanted propaganda when considering the story. It was just an ok watch for me. And I couldn't stand the preaching dialogues in the courtroom#JanakiVvsStateofKerala Sreenath Nandipulam (@moviesandsree) July 18, 2025 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala feels like an outdated whodunit with a weak storyline, clunky execution, and very off performances. SG was as bad as his fake beard. Anupama was decent. Rest blaahh," read an honest verdict. #JanakiVsStateofKerala feels like an outdated whodunit with a weak storyline, clunky execution, and very off performances. SG was as bad as his fake beard. Anupama was decent. Rest Madhav, acting isn't your lane. Not even your street. Park somewhere else, brother. — ALIM SHAN (@AlimShan_) July 17, 2025 An individual left 'dissatisfied" shared, 'Rape survivor vs State sounds powerful, but the film totally lacks impact. No depth, no freshness. Suresh Gopi feels forced, the dialogues are cringe, and the whole thing just drags." J.S.K (Janaki vs State of Kerala)Rape survivor vs State sounds powerful, but the film totally lacks impact. No depth, no freshness. Suresh Gopi feels force-fitted, dialogues are cringe, and the whole thing just drags. 🙏😒 Not satisfied.#JSK #JanakiVsStateOfKerala — ???????????????????????????????? 🦝 (@theappachan) July 17, 2025 Giving the movie a score of 2 out of 5, a viewer noted, '10 minutes before the interval were the only good moments. Also, worst dialogue and performances from the cast." #JanakiVvsStateofKerala #jsk – Below Average One.A Typical Rape Victim Based Investigation Thriller which is Templated & Typical Having No Impacts or Engaging Elements.. 10 Minutes Before Interval Were Only Good Momentsalso Worst Dialogue & Performances from cast TOTALLY 2/5 — Abin Babu 🦇 (@AbinBabu2255) July 17, 2025 Janaki V v/s State of Kerala is produced under the banner of Cosmos Entertainments. Anindita Mukherjee works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18 Showsha. She introduces herself as someone who is truly, deeply and passionately in love with SRK, films, shows and glitz - ba... Read More Anindita Mukherjee works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18 Showsha. She introduces herself as someone who is truly, deeply and passionately in love with SRK, films, shows and glitz - ba... Read More view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
CBFC Revises Stand On Suresh Gopi's Janaki Vs State Of Kerala, Now Orders Just Two Cuts
Last Updated: The CBFC initially recommended 96 cuts for the film 'Janaki Vs State of Kerala' but later agreed to certify it with just two minor cuts after a Kerala High Court hearing. Posters of the film. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has now agreed to clear the film Janaki Vs State of Kerala with only two minor cuts, down from the 96 it originally recommended. The move came during a Kerala High Court hearing on July 9, 2025, where the board's counsel informed the court of its revised approach to the controversial film starring actor-politician Suresh Gopi and actress Anupama Parameswaran. The film had previously faced opposition from the Mumbai office of the CBFC over the use of the protagonist's name, 'Janaki', a name associated with the Hindu goddess Sita, in a narrative that includes sexual assault. The board considered the name inappropriate for the context and had cited concerns about the potential for religious discord. 'In the subject film, when the lead character, who is named after Goddess Sita/Janaki, is raped, she is then aided by a man belonging to one particular religious community and is cross-examined and asked harrowing questions by a person belonging to another religious community. This religious dichotomy in the treatment of a character bearing Goddess Sita's sacred name has the potential to inflame communal tensions and create divisive narratives between religious groups," the CBFC stated in an affidavit submitted to the court. The affidavit also warned that permitting such portrayals could encourage similar scenes in future films. As a compromise, the board has now allowed the title to be retained with slight modifications – either Janaki V Vs State of Kerala or V Janaki Vs State of Kerala, reflecting the protagonist's full name, Janaki Vidhyadharan. Additionally, the CBFC has suggested muting the protagonist's name in a particular cross-examination scene. The Kerala division of the CBFC had previously cleared the film without objections, but the Mumbai office's concerns brought the issue to court, highlighting inconsistencies in certification across regions. The Kerala High Court, led by Justice N. Nagaresh, had earlier screened the film on July 5 and has now adjourned the matter to 1:45 pm today to allow the filmmakers time to respond to the proposed changes. Originally slated for release on June 20, the film's release has been delayed due to the certification dispute. The filmmakers have previously criticised the CBFC's initial demands as 'arbitrary" and 'unwarranted." Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Suresh Gopi's Film Janaki V/s State Of Kerala Renamed After CBFC Row, Sets July Release
Janaki V vs State of Kerala faced a legal issue due to the use of Janaki in the title, delaying its release. After much controversy, the makers have now secured a release date. After facing a series of delays and a legal battle surrounding its title, Suresh Gopi's Malayalam legal drama has finally locked a release date. Originally scheduled for release on June 27, 2025, the film was denied certification by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to concerns over its title, Janaki V vs State of Kerala. The CBFC raised objections, citing that the name, Janaki, a direct reference to the Ramayana character Sita could lead to public sentiment issues. Following discussions with the CBFC and a court petition, the filmmakers have now made necessary modifications. The film retains its original title but with a stylised change to Janaki V v/s State of Kerala. It has now received a UA certificate with a 16+ age recommendation. Janki is set to release worldwide on July 17, 2025. Confirming the news, the official Instagram handle of the film shared a new poster along with a caption that read, 'Behind every delay… have a truth worth fighting for. And in the end, that truth shall always prevail!!! JANAKI V v/s STATE OF KERALA U/A 16+ CERTIFICATION WORLD WIDE RELEASE ON JULY 17TH." Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by JANAKI V/S STATE OF KERALA (@jskthemovie) The CBFC had earlier told the Kerala High Court that the film would only be cleared if its title was changed to either Janaki V v/s State of Kerala or V Janaki v/s State of Kerala. Additionally, the board reportedly asked for the muting of the word 'Janaki" during a courtroom scene to avoid potential controversy. Producer Suresh Kumar also shared his views on the delay. He attributed the heightened caution of the CBFC to events surrounding another high-profile Malayalam film. 'Empuraan had to be recensored due to the controversy. That's when the censor board became more cautious. That's why this problem has arisen; everything began from there," he stated. Meanwhile, in the latest update, the Central Board of Film Certification had earlier agreed to clear the film Janaki Vs State of Kerala with only two minor cuts, down from the 96 it originally recommended. The move came during a Kerala High Court hearing on July 9, 2025, where the board's counsel informed the court of its revised approach to the controversial film starring actor-politician Suresh Gopi and actress Anupama Parameswaran. 'In the subject film, when the lead character, who is named after Goddess Sita/Janaki, is raped, she is then aided by a man belonging to one particular religious community and is cross-examined and asked harrowing questions by a person belonging to another religious community. This religious dichotomy in the treatment of a character bearing Goddess Sita's sacred name has the potential to inflame communal tensions and create divisive narratives between religious groups," the CBFC stated in an affidavit submitted to the court. As a compromise, the board has now allowed the title to be retained with slight modifications – either Janaki V Vs State of Kerala or V Janaki Vs State of Kerala, reflecting the protagonist's full name, Janaki Vidhyadharan. Additionally, the CBFC has suggested muting the protagonist's name in a particular cross-examination scene. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
