There were recent rumours that Kamal Haasan's much awaited Vishwaroopam was certified U. However, a latest press release by Kamal Haasan himself, reveals that the Certification Board offered Vishwaroopam an A certificate if he didn't make any cuts, but based on the advice of his friends, and for the movie to reach a wider audience, he agreed to make a few cuts, to obtain an U/S certificate!

Kamal Haasan seems to be extremely pleased with the censor board officials this time around. The star, in a press release to share his moments with the censor board officials during the certification process of Viswaroopam, has said that he was offered a choice between opting for an A certificate or undergo some cuts to get an UA.

Though Kamal did not want any scenes to be chopped off, considering the business parameters and advice from well-wishers that Viswaroopam should reach a larger audience, he opted for an UA for both Tamil and Hindi version as well, states the press note.

Recalling some tough moments with the censor officials in the past, particularly during the certification of Hey Ram, Kamal said that it was indeed a pleasant experience now.