Mohanlal Apologizes as L2: Empuraan Undergoes Edits Following Political Backlash

The production team confirms 17 CBFC-mandated cuts, including changes to riot scenes and the antagonist's name, as debates over artistic freedom and political sensitivities intensify.

Actor Mohanlal issued a public apology, expressing regret for the distress caused by the political themes in L2: Empuraan and announced the removal of controversial content.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has ordered 17 edits, including changes to riot sequences, depictions of violence against women, and the antagonist's name.
The film, which references the 2002 Gujarat riots, has drawn criticism from BJP and RSS-affiliated groups for alleged anti-Hindu and anti-BJP narratives.
Congress and Left leaders have defended the film as a representation of freedom of expression, while BJP leaders have criticized it for distorting historical events.
Despite the controversy, L2: Empuraan has achieved significant box office success, becoming the fastest Malayalam film to gross ₹100 crore globally within two days of release.