Billie Eilish concert film postponed in India as CBFC demands multiple cuts for ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’

Billie Eilish fans in India will have to wait longer to watch ‘Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour’ in theaters. The concert film was earlier set for release in India, but its arrival has been delayed after the Central Board of Film Certification asked for several cuts and changes. The makers are now looking at a May 15 release, provided the censor process moves ahead smoothly.




CBFC asks for cuts in Billie Eilish concert film




According to Bollywood Hungama, the delay happened after the CBFC’s Examining Committee suggested several changes in the documentary. The report said the Paramount Pictures team in India then reached out to the US head office to get approval for the proposed changes.




A source told the portal, “The CBFC’s Examining Committee asked for several cuts in the documentary. The Paramount Pictures team in India then decided to inform the US head office and seek approval on whether the changes suggested by the Censor Board could be made.”





The source added that the US team reviewed the matter before giving its approval. “The head office’s core team reviewed the suggested changes and gave its nod. This whole process took some time, resulting in a delay for the censor process of Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour,” the source said.




Billie Eilish film eyes May 15 India release




The report further stated that the delay in the certification process pushed the release plan. The makers are now aiming to bring the film to Indian theaters on May 15.




“The makers then decided to push the release. As of now, they are eyeing a May 15 release,” the source told Bollywood Hungama.




‘Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour’ is a concert film based on the singer’s ongoing tour. Billie Eilish, who has won several Grammy Awards, Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards, has built a strong global fan base with her music and live performances.




The film has been directed and produced by James Cameron and Billie Eilish. It marks the singer’s third concert film. The India release will now depend on the completion of the CBFC process after the suggested changes are made.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”