Sandeep Reddy Vanga had promised raw violence with his film “Animal,” and the recent Indian Censor Board’s “A” rating confirms his intent. The trailer’s brutality makes it abundantly clear: this isn’t for younger audiences. Now, a purported UK censor certificate is causing a stir online, shedding light on why the British Board of Film Classification slapped it with an 18+ rating.
Prepare for the shock factor: the certificate details a scene where a blood-soaked murderer lies with his new bride, hinting at darker motives. Additionally, a character manipulates and humiliates a woman using sex as a tool. The film doesn’t shy away from nudity, showcasing buttocks and breasts. Profanity and explicit dialogues exploring sex, pornography, and intimate body parts are abundant. The BBFC ratings don’t mince words: 5 for violence, 3 for threat and horror, 4 for language, 3 for sexual content, 4 for sexual violence, and 4 for graphic injury details. The outcome? An 18+ UK rating, with the certificate offering mild spoilers about the film’s content.
Online reactions echo the intensity of the content. One user exclaimed, “Jesus, definitely not suitable for kids!” Another expressed deep concern, stating, “Real sexual violence depicted and cheered for? Disturbing, to say the least.”
Is the certificate authentic? There’s no confirmation yet. However, if it is, the response to “Animal” is likely to be intense. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Anil Kapoor, the film is set to hit theaters on December 1st.