New Delhi [India], Nov 20 (NT): The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has bowed down the application of the makers of 'Padmavati' to speed up the certification procedure of the film.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum-opus 'Padmavati', which has been caught up in a swing of hullabaloo over its story plot and concept, will be evaluated and certified as per set guidelines of following the chronological order of all applications, stated the Censor Board.

In the face of the absence of required clearances, the makers of Padmavati, on Sunday, declared the movie will not release on December 1.

The press relese tweeted by Viacom18, , the production studio behind the movie, read: "Along with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, amongst the most gifted filmmakers of his generation, Viacom18 Motion Pictures has created a beautiful Cinematic masterpiece in 'Padmavati that captures Rajput valour, dignity and tradition in all its glory."

"The film is an eloquent portrayal of a tale that will fill every Indian with pride and showcase our country's story-telling prowess across the globe. We are a responsible, law-abiding corporate citizen and have the highest respect and regard for the law of the land and all our institutions and statutory bodies including the Central Board of Film Certification. We always have and are committed to continuing following the established procedure and convention. We have faith that we will soon obtain the requisite clearances to release the film," it further said.

"We will announce the revised release date of the film in due course," the note concluded. (NT)