The National Film Censorship Board has banned British comedian Sacha Baron Cohen's raunchy comedy "Bruno" produced by Universal Picture Productions because it was oppressive to the cultural values of Malaysia.

movie bruno ban 290909 According to a statement from the Home Ministry, the film which stars Cohen as an Austrian homosexual, contained sexually explicit scenes, vulgar language and nudity.

"The movie has also clearly infringed the sensitivity and believe of Christians by belittling the religion," said the statement.

The statement added that the local distributors of the movie, Golden Screen Cinemas, were informed of the decision and reasons for the ban, through a letter dated Aug 6.

Following the same format as his 2006 movie "Borat," Cohen's character travels to the United States where bizarre scenarios unfold including one where he mimes sexual activity while visiting a medium.

Other controversial scenes include Bruno and his boyfriend engaged in sexual acts and couples having sex at a swingers' party.

“Borat” was also banned earlier.

- Bernama