Francis Ford Coppola’s legendary The Godfather trilogy is back on the big screen in India, courtesy of PVR Cinemas. The iconic films are releasing in remastered 4K versions, starting with The Godfather (1972), which hit theatres on September 12. It will be followed by The Godfather Part II (1974) on October 17 and The Godfather Part III (1990) on November 14. ‘The Godfather’ Re-Release: Iconic Crime Drama Trilogy To Re-Release in Remastered 4K Version on Big Screens in India.

This re-release is a rare opportunity for younger fans to witness one of cinema’s most celebrated sagas the way it was meant to be seen - in theatres. The first movie starred Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Richard Castellano, Robert Duvall, Talia Shire, John Cazale, Sterling Hayden, John Marley, Richard Conte and Diane Keaton.

CBFC Cuts Leave 'The Godfather' Fans Disappointed

However, not everything is as pristine as fans had hoped. Early viewers have taken to social media to complain about several iconic scenes being censored, dampening the theatrical experience for those who wanted to relive the uncut masterpiece.

According to some of the online reactions, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has made significant cuts, including:

- The infamous scene where studio head Jack Woltz (John Marley) wakes to find the severed head of his prized horse in bed.

- The nude scene featuring Apollonia (Simonetta Stefanelli).

- Alterations to the death scene of Moe Greene (Alex Rocco)

Netizens React to Cut Scenes in 'The Godfather' Re-Release in India

All Cut Scenes

‘Why Censor Violence in Already A Rated Movies’

‘Thanks, Censor Board’

‘Why Was the Horse Head Scene Cut Like That?’

‘They Censored Michael Shooting the Captain’

Despite receiving an Adults-Only (A) rating, these cuts remain - and are reportedly the same as in previous theatrical releases of the film in India.

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Indian Censorship Under Fire

The CBFC has faced criticism in recent months for excessive trimming of intimacy and violence in films, even those with A certificates. Recent examples include:

- Superman (2025): Scenes featuring Superman and Lois Lane kissing were shortened.

- F1 (2025): An emoji of a raised middle finger was censored.

- Baaghi 4 (2025): Violent scenes were toned down, and abusive language was muted despite the adult rating.

The less said about the censoring of movies like Phule, Punjab 95, Santosh, etc, the better.

The Godfather’s Cinematic Legacy

Based on Mario Puzo’s best-selling novel, The Godfather remains one of the most influential films ever made, with its impact seen across global cinema. In Bollywood, it has inspired unofficial remakes such as Feroz Khan’s Dharmatma, Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth’s Aatank Hi Aatank, Amitabh Bachchan’s Sarkar, Ranbir Kapoor’s Raajneeti, and Vidyut Jammwal’s The Power.

At the 45th Academy Awards, The Godfather earned 10 nominations and won three Oscars: Best Picture, Best Actor (Marlon Brando), and Best Adapted Screenplay (Mario Puzo and Francis Ford Coppola). Its sequel, The Godfather Part II (1974), is widely regarded as one of the greatest sequels ever made, earning Robert De Niro his first Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.

While The Godfather Part III (1990) received a more mixed reception upon release, it has since undergone critical re-evaluation and remains a significant, if divisive, conclusion to the saga.

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