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Emraan Hashmi’s Cheat India gets a new title

The title of Emraan Hashmi’s upcoming film Cheat India has been changed. Now the movie will be called Why Cheat India instead of Cheat India. The decision was taken after the Central Board of Film Certification expressed concern over it.

The film is produced by T-Series Films, Ellipsis Entertainment and Emraan Hashmi Films. In a statement issued right after locking the new title for the film, the makers said: "The CBFC had concerns about the title Cheat India. We had an extensive conversation with the Examining Committee and Revising Committee regarding the proposed change as the film has been in public domain for a year, and more importantly, because the theatrical teaser, trailer and television promos had already been certified with the original title. This would lead to dual communication a week before the release. The duress of lack of time left us with no choice but to mutually agree to the new title, Why Cheat India.”


For the uninitiated, Why Cheat India throws light on the ailing education system of India. The film marks Emraan Hashmi’s debut as a producer. Debutante Shreya Dhanwanthary plays the female lead in the flick.

Why Cheat India is scheduled to roll into theatres on 18th January.

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Chetan Bhagat says fame in Bollywood can take a serious toll on mental health. The bestselling author, whose novels like 3 Idiots and Kai Po Che! became major films, explained that many actors and directors struggle when their work doesn’t succeed. “There are actors who, when going to a restaurant, if they aren’t recognised, don’t enjoy the meal. They wonder, ‘No one came to click photos?’ Can you imagine what a sick life that is?” he said.

Bhagat added that the pressure of attention and constant public scrutiny can worsen insecurity. He recalled seeing stars fade over time, their mental health affected by the highs and lows of fame.

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