Despite eyeing an August 15 release, John Abraham and Sharvari Waghi-starrer Vedaa is yet to receive clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the makers said in a statement on Thursday, urging officials concerned to expedite the process.

“We, the producers of Vedaa, feel compelled to share with our fans and supporters that despite our best efforts, we are still to secure a clearance and certification from the CBFC of India,” the statement said.

The makers went on to add that the production team adhered to the regulations and submitted the film eight weeks prior to its release. Vedaa was screened on June 25 and subsequently sent for the examining committee’s review. Since then, there has been no feedback regarding the certification request.

“It is our earnest request and wish that these words reach those who are able to help us resolve and dissipate this impasse and have our film certified. August 15th is a special date that we are fortunate to find ourselves in a position to bring our film to fans of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani, who have supported our previous releases Satyamev Jayate and Batla House on the same date,” the statement further said.

“Vedaa is a powerful, out-and-out entertaining film, inspired by current events. We believe it deserves to reach its audience. It is our sincere endeavour that we will be able to keep our appointment with you,” the statement concluded.

Produced by Aseem Arora and backed by Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, and JA Entertainment, Vedaa also stars Tamannaah Bhatia, Abhishek Banerjee, Ashish Vidyarthi and Kshitij Chauhan in key roles.