Pankaj Tripathi: Teenagers can’t watch film about their issues!

Updated On: 11 August, 2023 07:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu

Surprised that OMG 2 has been handed ‘A’ certificate, Pankaj Tripathi says movie’s theme of sex education must reach youngsters

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At the start of our chat, Pankaj Tripathi tells us that the promotional spree for OMG 2 has been “unusual” for him. “One can’t be sure how much to discuss the conversations around the film, and the ones actually in it,” he smiles. The actor is referring to the Central Board of Film Certification’s (CBFC) decision to hand the movie an ‘A’ certificate after a few modifications. The Akshay Kumar, Yami Gautam and Tripathi-starrer, which has religious themes, was apparently under intense scrutiny by the CBFC. In the Amit Rai-helmed social comedy, Tripathi plays a Lord Shiva devotee, who sues the school after his son is expelled for a ‘vulgar act’. The actor, in his typical mild manner, notes that he didn’t expect such furore around the movie, given its honest intention. “It is an important film that talks about sex education. I was surprised by the ‘A’ certificate. The film is about the issues of teenagers, and they won’t be able to watch it! OMG 2 has been given a 12+ certification in the UAE.”

Akshay Kumar plays Lord Shiva’s messenger in the film