In an unexpected turn of events Neeraj Pandey 's espionage thriller Aiyaary failed to receive clearance from the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) until nearly a week before the films release. Ministry Of Defence recently reviewed the film last week and the makers of the film are yet to receive the censor certificate. Post the screening of Aiyaary , the Defense Ministry has suggested multiple changes in the film to the revising committee.

The trailer of the film when released Witnessed the film that was set against the army backdrop. Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Manoj Bajpayee are also seen playing the roles of army officers. Aiyaary is touted to be an espionage thriller, backed by a crisp and intriguing storyline.

Directed by Neeraj Pandey , the film falls next in line with the renowned filmmakers celebrated works like A Wednesday , Baby , Special 26 and M.S.Dhoni : An Untold Story .

Starring Manoj Bajpayee and Sidharth Malhotra as the mentor and protege, ' Aiyaary ' also stars Anupam Kher , Naseeruddin Shah , Rakul Preet Singh , Pooja Chopra in pivotal roles.