The Cutting-Edge Sanskari

The former CBFC Chief, the sanskari PAHLAJ NIHALANI tells Khushboo Tiwari why he thinks he was the right choice for the CBFC chair, definition of sanskari, his sacking and more...

- Khushboo Tiwari

It was on a moderately humid day when I walked into the abode of a not-so-moderate man of fiery statements. But the man of the moment, Pahlaj Nihalani was indeed a revelation. Presenting you a sneak-peek of the conversation with the controversial sanskari.

Firstly, how does it feel to not be a part of CBFC anymore?

There hasn’t been a major difference, I‘ve always enjoyed my life and work. Yes, controversies are lesser now. People are happy with the government decision. I know that my industry is happy that I am not looking after CBFC anymore.

What do you think are the reasons you were sacked?

That’s a government decision.They appointed me when they wanted to and I took that responsibility. Now when they don’t need me, they have removed me from my job which I was doing sincerely, honestly and in a transparent manner. So if somebody doesn’t like my work, I will not force them to keep me there.

Did you believe that you were the right person for the position?

Definitely. I am from the industry, I have known the functioning of the CBFC. Even as a producer, I made sure I release movies with content free of any objectionable content. I have been very concerned and careful about the society where I am living in, and tried to protect the heritage, culture and values of our country. I was very happy that I got the responsibility as a CBFC chairman us waqt pe jab censorship ek mazak ban kar reh gayi thi, aur jis tarah se picturein clear ho rahi thi, they were full of corruption.