Kangana Ranaut's ‘Emergency’ finally set to release on January 17, 2025

Kangana Ranaut's highly anticipated solo directorial debut, Emergency, will hit theatres on January 17, 2025. The political thriller, which delves into former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s contentious emergency period from 1975 to 1977, has faced delays and controversies but is now gearing up for its big-screen debut.

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Announcing the new release date on social media, Kangana unveiled a fresh poster featuring herself as Indira Gandhi alongside a stellar cast, including Vishak Nair as Sanjay Gandhi, Anupam Kher as Jai Prakash Narayan, Shreyas Talpade as Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and Milind Soman as Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. She captioned the post, "17th January 2025 – The epic saga of the nation’s most powerful woman and the moment that altered India’s destiny. #Emergency – Unveils Only in cinemas on 17.01.2025!"

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The release date places Emergency just ahead of Republic Day, potentially sparking competition with Akshay Kumar's Sky Force, which is set for the holiday weekend.

Despite its ambitious scope, the film has faced hurdles, including backlash from Sikh groups and a delayed certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Originally scheduled for September 5, the postponement led to financial setbacks for the production team.

Produced by Zee Studios and Kangana’s Manikarnika Films, Emergency marks her second directorial effort after Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. The film promises a gripping exploration of one of India’s most turbulent political chapters.