The Central Board of Film Certification retained its strong language and violence, since its members found them an integral part of the film.[40] Satya received an A (adults-only) certificate, with no objections from the board.[41] Star Plus acquired the film's satellite-telecast rights, and it was telecast on 26 December 1998 concurrently with theatres.[42][43] Several cast and crew members attended the film's premiere at the Eros Cinema, where it received a good audience response.[5] Its DVD was released on 22 September 2006.[44]