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From bikini scenes to Kashmir dialogue: Welcome To The Jungle faces 18 cuts ahead of theatrical release
Updated On: 22 June, 2026 04:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Welcome To The Jungle received CBFC clearance after 18 modifications, including trimming certain bikini scenes featuring Disha Patani and Jacqueline Fernandez and removing a Kashmir-related dialogue. The edits have sparked curiosity ahead of the Akshay Kumar-led comedy’s theatrical release

A still from Welcome To The Jungle (Picture via YouTube)
Akshay Kumar’s upcoming comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), but not before several modifications were made to the film. According to reports, the censor board approved the movie after directing the makers to implement 18 cuts and changes, including edits to certain dialogues and visual sequences.
CBFC implement 18 cuts and changes
One of the most discussed changes involves a dialogue referencing Kashmir. The phrase “Paani of Kashmir” has reportedly been removed from the film as part of the CBFC’s recommendations. While the exact context of the dialogue has not been disclosed, the board deemed it necessary to modify the reference before granting certification.
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