Cut pe cut? 

Days after getting the clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Salman Khan-led Sikandar has undergone a series of new cuts, made voluntarily by the makers in order to reduce the film’s runtime. According to reports, the film’s earlier duration earlier duration of 158 minutes has now come down to 135 minutes. Apart from deleting a few scenes and trimming a couple of songs, some seconds have also been added to the film. Given that the CBFC is required to be informed of any voluntary additions or deletion after it has issued the certificate, the makers sought the board’s approval last week. The CBFC approved the changes on Monday. It has been cleared with a UA 13+ rating. Also starring Rashmika Mandanna and Kajal Aggarwal, Sikandar is set to release in cinemas on March 30, coinciding with Eid and Gudi Padwa festivities.

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