5 years, 10 months ago

PM Narendra Modi makers seek Election Commission's clarification over promotion of biopic during polls

The makers of the biopic based on the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, 27 April, wrote to the Election Commission, seeking its clarification on its decision to stay the release of the film. New Delhi : The makers of the biopic based on the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, 27 April, wrote to the Election Commission, seeking its clarification on its decision to stay the release of the film. The petitioners sought permission from the EC to promote the film in 373 constituencies that would be out of Moral Code of conduct after 29 April as by then four phases of the Lok Sabha elections would be over. “Election Commission does not want us to release the film during the moral code of conduct.

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4 years, 5 months ago

Narendra Modi’s biopic to hit theatres again next week

Live Mint

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's biopic will be the first film to hit the theatres when they reopen after seven months of shutdown next week. When originally released in the theatres right after the Lok Sabha elections last year, it had made ₹22.42 crore in net box office collections. On Saturday, the makers of the biopic announced the re-release, with producer …

5 years, 10 months ago

PM Narendra Modi movie review: A film that deifies a political leader

Deccan Chronicle

Cast: Vivek Oberoi, Manoj Joshi, Zarina Wahab Director: Omung Kumar Despite technical gloss and great production values, it is often the timing of a film’s release that could decide the fate of a film. With the NDA sweeping India in the Lok Sabha elections in 2019, one man who has become the most powerful man in India is Prime Minister …

5 years, 10 months ago

PM Narendra Modi Movie Review: Modi wins India to make Vivek Oberoi a star

India Today

Modi has won Varanasi. In Omung Kumar's PM Narendra Modi, the biggest takeaway is this tea straight from a Sanjeev Kapoor show. PM Narendra Modi traces the journey of our Prime Minister from his tea-selling days to his days spent rallying for desh and deshwasi. What works in favour of and against PM Narendra Modi the film is that we …

5 years, 10 months ago

Vivek Oberoi: PM Narendra Modi is not a documentary. I'm not here to present facts

India Today

Now that the Lok Sabha elections are done and dusted, PM Narendra Modi biopic will finally make it to the cinemas after the Election Commission barred its release at the nth hour. The EC submitted a 20-page report to the Supreme Court in which it defended stalling the biopic’s release on the grounds that it produces a political environment where …

5 years, 10 months ago

PM Narendra Modi: New trailer of Vivek Oberoi's controversial film takes digs at Manmohan Singh

Firstpost

The second trailer of the controversial PM Narendra Modi biopic was released on 21 May. According to the official synopsis on YouTube, the film traces the journey of Narendra Modi “from abject poverty, selling tea on a railway station as a chaiwallah to becoming the Leader of the world’s largest democracy”. Before the trailer’s release, Oberoi had shared a new …

5 years, 10 months ago

Biopic on PM Modi to release on May 24, day after Lok Sabha poll results

Hindustan Times

The makers of Vivek Oberoi-starrer biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday announced that the film will be released countrywide on May 24, a day after the results of the Lok Sabha elections are declared. In its order last month, the EC had banned the screening of film during the poll period, saying any such film that subserves purpose of …

5 years, 10 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic to release on May 24, day after Lok Sabha poll results

India Today

The makers of Vivek Oberoi-starrer biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced that the film will be released countrywide on May 24, a day after the results of the Lok Sabha elections are declared. The film, titled PM Narendra Modi, was earlier set to release on April 11 but was banned by the Election Commission. After a lot …

5 years, 11 months ago

SC upholds EC stay on PM Modi biopic till May 19

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday upheld an order passed by the Election Commission staying the release of the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi till the completion of the Lok Sabha polls on May 19. A three-judge bench of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justices Deepak Gupta in a brief order said, “We are not inclined to interfere …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court upholds the Election Commission’s decision to ban the release of Modi biopic during elections

Op India

The Supreme Court has refused to lift the ban on the release of Vivek Oberoi’s biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, upholding the ban imposed by the Election Commission. Supreme Court refuses to interfere with the Election Commission order banning release of biopic ‘PM Narendra Modi’. The EC had told the Supreme Court that PM Narendra Modi is not only …

5 years, 11 months ago

SC refuses to interfere with EC's order banning release of biopic on PM Narendra Modi until May 19

India TV News

SC refuses to interfere with EC's order banning release of biopic on PM Narendra Modi until May 19 The counsel, appearing for producers, told the bench that the EC's order is contrary to the clearance given to the movie by the Central Board of Film Certification. The Supreme Court Friday refused to interfere with the Election Commission's order banning release …

5 years, 11 months ago

Modi biopic should be released after polls: EC to SC

India TV News

Modi biopic should be released after polls: EC to SC On Friday, the Supreme Court will decide on EC's report. After submitting its report in a sealed cover on the biopic--"PM Narendra Modi"--on Monday, the Election Commission, on Wednesday, reiterated that its decision to ban the release of the biographical film on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ongoing polls …

5 years, 11 months ago

Vivek Oberoi starrer PM Narendra Modi should release after polls: Election Commission to Supreme Court

India TV News

Vivek Oberoi starrer PM Narendra Modi should release after polls: Election Commission to Supreme Court PM Narendra Modi Row: The Supreme Court will decide on EC's report on Friday. The Election Commission has reiterated that its decision to ban the release of the biographical film on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ongoing polls is valid, a source here said …

5 years, 11 months ago

Modi Biopic a ‘Hagiography’ Which Gives Him Cult Status: EC to SC

The Quint

The EC said "there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. It said that the biopic was more than a biography and was a "hagiography" and the construct of the movie was "unabashedly uni-dimensional", which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes. The …

5 years, 11 months ago

Election Commission Directs Eros Now To Take Down Modi Web Series [Read Letter]

Live Law

After stalling the release of biopic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Election Commission of India today ordered the taking down of web series "Modi- The Journey of Common man", which was being streamed in the platform Eros Now.In a letter addressed to the producers of Eros Now, the ECI said that from the trailer of the series, it was …

5 years, 11 months ago

HC seeks election commission's reply on a PIL against release of Modi's biopic

India TV News

The Allahabad High Court Friday asked the Election Commission to file its reply on a PIL seeking a stay on the release of a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A bench comprising justices Sudhir Agarwal and Rajendra Kumar also asked the EC that how the makers of the film will be compensated for losses due to delay in the …

5 years, 11 months ago

EC officials watch PM Narendra Modi biopic, to submit opinion to Supreme Court on April 19

India Today

Officials of the Election Commission, drawn from its model code and legal divisions, Wednesday watched the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the directions of the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court had on Monday directed the EC to watch the full biopic on Modi and take an informed decision on banning its pan-India release. Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing …

5 years, 11 months ago

BJP writes to EC against Mamata Banerjee’s alleged biopic ‘Bhaghini’ set to hit theatres smack in the middle of elections

Op India

After the controversy over the release of PM Modi’s biopic, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday wrote to the Election Commission against the release of a movie which is purportedly based on Mamata Banerjee’s life. The Election Commission had stalled the release of Vivek Oberoi’s Modi biopic, claiming it could endanger the ‘level playing field’ and thereby threaten the “conduct …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic: Trailer of Vivek Oberoi-starrer removed from YouTube amid EC ban

Firstpost

PM Narendra Modi, directed by Omung Kumar, courted controversy since the release of its trailer for violating the Model Code of Conduct The trailer of PM Narendra Modi, which was released on 21 March, has now been removed from YouTube. The reason to take down PM Narendra Modi’s trailer could be due to the Election Commission’s ban on the film …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court asks Election Commission to watch PM Modi film and decide

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Election Commission to watch the full film of the Biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and submit a report to Court in sealed cover by this Friday as to whether its screening can be allowed during election time. In a brief order a three judge Bench of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi …

5 years, 11 months ago

Watch movie before taking decision on its release: SC to Election Commission on PM Modi biopic

Op India

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Election Commission of India to watch the PM Narendra Modi movie and then take a decision on whether the movie should be allowed to release or not. #ModiBiopic: Supreme Court asks Election Commission to watch the movie and take a call. Earlier, the Election Commission had stalled the release of the film stating …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court asks Election Commission to review decision to put PM Modi biopic on hold

Hindustan Times

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to watch the ‘PM Narendra Modi’, a biopic on the prime minister, and review its decision to put the movie on hold. Last Wednesday, the Election Commission had told the producers to not release the biopic on PM Modi in view of the Lok Sabha elections. The producers of the film approached …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi: SC directs Election Commission to watch film, review stay and file report by 22 April

Firstpost

The Supreme Court has directed Election Commission to watch PM Narendra Modi and file a report stating its decision by Friday, 22 April during the hearing of a plea challenging the stay on the film The Supreme Court has directed Election Commission to watch PM Narendra Modi and file a report stating its decision by Friday, 22 April during the …

5 years, 11 months ago

SC Directs ECI To Watch PM Modi Biopic And Report Whether It Can Be Screened During Poll Time [Read Order]

Live Law

The CJI-led bench of the Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of India to watch the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and report back to Court in sealed cover by this Friday as to whether its screening can be allowed during election time.The matter will be heard next on April 22.The producers of the movie have approached the …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court asks Election Commission to watch PM Narendra Modi biopic and review its decision

India Today

Supreme Court has asked Election Commission to watch PM Narendra Modi biopic before taking a call on the fate of the film. The decision has come three days after the makers of Omung Kumar's PM Narendra Modi biopic moved the Supreme Court seeking a decision on the release of the film after Election Commission stalled it till the end of …

5 years, 11 months ago

Makers of Narendra Modi biopic move Supreme Court against stalling of film, court to hear case on April 15

Hindustan Times

The Supreme Court Friday agreed to hear on April 15 a plea challenging the Election Commission’s ban on the release of a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi till the general election is over. The Commission, in a separate order, had also directed the producers “not to exhibit the film titled ‘PM Narendra Modi’ till further orders. The order had …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic: Makers move Supreme Court to challenge Election Commission's ban on film

Firstpost

The makers of Vivek Oberoi-starrer PM Narendra Modi on 12 April moved the Supreme Court against the Election Commission’s ban on the biopic till the end of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Makers of biopic 'PM Narendra Modi' move the Supreme Court against the stalling of the film's release. The decision to stall PM Narendra Modi came on 10 April, …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic: Swara Bhasker, Renuka Shahane react to EC's ban on film till Lok Sabha polls

Firstpost

While Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub has hailed EC’s decision to stall PM Narendra Modi, Renuka Shahane has stated that she is not in favour of the move A day before its release on 11 April, the Election Commission of India banned the release of PM Narendra Modi till the end of 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub called stalling the …

5 years, 11 months ago

Election Commission directs producers not to release biopics on NTR and KCR

India TV News

Election Commission directs producers not to release biopics on NTR and KCR The Election Commission Wednesday ordered the producers of 'Laxmi's NTR' and 'Udyama Simham' not to release the movies till further orders. The Election Commission Wednesday ordered the producers of 'Laxmi's NTR' and 'Udyama Simham', the two biopics based on the lives of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic producer Sandip Ssingh opens up on allegations of swaying voters

India Today

The much-talked-about PM Narendra Modi, a biopic of the incumbent prime minister, was all set to hit the theatres today, as the first phase of the general elections began. Producer Sandip Ssingh told an entertainment website that the PM Narendra Modi biopic would not sway voters in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party and Narendra Modi. Vivek Oberoi, who plays …

5 years, 11 months ago

By stalling release of Narendra Modi biopic, EC is holding creative process to ransom for political considerations

Firstpost

This sort of decision not only denigrates voters, but has a certain elitist attitude that the “EC knows what is best for the ignorant and the illiterate” masses. Against that backdrop, the Election Commission putting a stay on the release of the PM Narendra Modi film is really not much of a game-changer because it is art and, therefore, subjective …

5 years, 11 months ago

Narendra Modi biopic won't release during LS polls, says EC, dubs such films 'surrogate publicity'; order applicable to NaMo TV as well, claim reports

Firstpost

The Election Commission has stalled the release of PM Narendra Modi, a day before its release. “Any biopic material in the nature of biography/hagiography sub-serving the purposes of any political entity or any individual entity connected to it, which is intended to, or which has the potential to disturb the level playing field during the elections, should not be displayed …

5 years, 11 months ago

Election Commission bans Modi biopic during poll season

Live Mint

New Delhi: The Election Commission on Wednesday banned the screening of the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during poll period, and said any such film that subserved the purpose of any political entity or individual should not be displayed in the electronic media. The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition filed by a Congress activist seeking a stay …

5 years, 11 months ago

Narendra Modi biopic receives ’U’ certificate from CBFC

Live Mint

Mumbai: The biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, starring Vivek Oberoi, has received a certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification, ending days of uncertainty over its release. The film, titled "PM Narendra Modi" and directed by Omung Kumar, has been criticised by the opposition parties, who claim that the biopic could give undue advantage to the BJP in …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic producer hails SC verdict on controversial film: 'Justice has been done'

Firstpost

PM Narendra Modi was initially scheduled for release on 5 April but its release date got postponed to 11 April, which falls in the first phase of polling of Lok Sabha elections New Delhi: Producer of a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sandeep Ssingh dismissed the charge that the film was meant to influence voters during the election season, …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic stalled by Election Commission. No release on April 11?

India Today

The Election Commission has ordered a stay on the release of PM Narendra Modi, the biopic on the Indian Prime Minister. "It has come to the notice of the commission that certain political contents which are not in conformity with the model code of conduct are being displayed or intended to be displayed to the public through electronic media including …

5 years, 11 months ago

Censor Board passes PM Narendra Modi biopic with 11 cuts, mutes communal dialogues

India Today

The Central Board of Film Certification cleared the PM Narendra Modi biopic, featuring Vivek Oberoi in the eponymous role, with a 'U' certificate on Tuesday. A leading publication reports that the CBFC has ordered 11 cuts or modifications in the PM Narendra Modi biopic, including the removal of scenes showing Narendra Modi overseeing anti-terrorist operations from the Akshardham temple during …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi: Vivek Oberoi's film gets U certificate from Central Board of Film Certification, will release on 11 April

Firstpost

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the news in a tweet where he also mentioned that Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the news in a tweet where he also mentioned that PM Narendra Modi’s approved run time is 2 hours, 10 minutes, 53 seconds.i’s approved run time is 2 hours, 10 minutes, 53 seconds. PM Narendra Modi, a biopic on the …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court gives nod for the release of Modi biopic, Vivek Oberoi thanks the Judiciary for upholding faith in democracy

Op India

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed the petition filed seeking a stay on the Vivek Oberoi starrer-PM Narendra Modi. #PMNarendraModiWins https://t.co/fJLlgyslHQ — Vivek Anand Oberoi April 9, 2019 The top court gave its approval to release the movie after the movie gets CBFC issues a certificate to the movie. The film was initially scheduled to release on April 5 but …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi: SC dismisses plea seeking stay on release of Vivek Oberoi-starrer; CBFC yet to certify film

Firstpost

With constant delay in its release, Supreme court has decided to not intervene in the release of Vivek Oberoi led biopic PM Narendra Modi The Supreme Court on 9 April dismissed a plea seeking a stay on the release of Vivek Oberoi starrer biopic PM Narendra Modi as the Censor Board was yet to certify the film. Supreme Court dismisses …

5 years, 11 months ago

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking stay on PM Narendra Modi biopic release

India TV News

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed the plea seeking stay on release of "PM Narendra Modi", a biopic on the Prime Minister. The EC should decide if the release of the film in the wake of upcoming Lok Sabha elections tilts the balance or benefits a particular political party during the elections. The apex court said that too much time …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic gets U certificate from Censor Board. Release date April 11

India Today

The Central Board of Film Certification has passed Vivek Oberoi starrer PM Narendra Modi, a biopic of the incumbent Prime Minister. #India taran adarsh April 9, 2019 Earlier today, the Supreme Court rejected a plea which sought to postpone the release of Omung Kumar's PM Narendra Modi. A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and comprising Justices Deepak Gupta …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic on April 11: Will controversy help sell Vivek Oberoi film?

India Today

"If I join politics, I might think of contesting from Vadodara in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections just because of the love and affection people gave PM Narendra Modi when he contested from here." He had a dress rehearsal with Omung Kumar's PM Narendra Modi biopic, and the actor is now ready to take on politics in the real battlefield …

5 years, 11 months ago

Prasoon Joshi on PM Narendra Modi: Surprised by the irresponsible statements against CBFC

Firstpost

PM Narendra Modi will hit theatres on 11 April, the date the Lok Sabha elections are scheduled to begin Central Board of Film Certification chairperson Prasoon Joshi has said that irresponsible statements are being made regarding the role of the certifying body in PM Narendra Modi, the upcoming biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Joishi today reiterated his earlier statement …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi: Release of Vivek Oberoi starrer indefinitely delayed; CBFC chief says film yet to be certified

Firstpost

PM Narendra Modi with Vivek Oberoi in the titular role has been directed by Omung Kumar. The release of PM Narendra Modi, a biopic on the prime minister, has been pushed indefinitely, its producer Sandip Ssingh said on 4 April, a day before the film was scheduled to be screened in theatres across the country. “Since there are a lot …

5 years, 11 months ago

Release of Modi biopic put off indefinitely, says its producer

The Hindu

The release of a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which was scheduled to be released nationwide on Friday, has been put off indefinitely, its producer Sandip Singh said on Thursday. “It is a very serious matter of directly and shamelessly circumventing the law by doing direct advertising in contravention of the Representation of the People Act, the Cable TV …

5 years, 11 months ago

EC to decide on Modi biopic on Friday

The Quint

New Delhi, April 4 The Election Commission will on Friday decide the fate of the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which, the opposition has alleged, violated the model code of conduct, the poll panel said on Thursday. Addressing the media, Deputy Election Commissioner Sandeep Saxena said the poll panel has received responses from the producers of the film as …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Modi's biopic will not release on April 5, says producer Sandip Singh

India TV News

After the Supreme Court on Thursday set the date for hearing on the biopic "PM Narendra Modi", for April 8, its makers said they won't release the film as scheduled on Friday. The Supreme Court agreed to hear on April 8 a Congress leader's plea seeking stay on release of a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Senior advocate A …

5 years, 11 months ago

SC agrees to hear plea that Modi biopic violates Code of Conduct, free and fair polls

The Hindu

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to urgently hear a plea claiming that a movie titled PM Narendra Modi is blatant propaganda with little or no artistic inspiration and meant to manipulate voters in violation of the Model Code of Conduct in place for the Lok Sabha polls of 2019. A Bench led by Justice S.A. Bobde agreed to hear …

5 years, 11 months ago

PM Narendra Modi biopic to miss its 5 April release date; film reportedly pushed by a week

Firstpost

PM Narendra Modi was set to open in theatres on 5 April, after Delhi and Mumbai High Courts dismissed PILs seeking stay on the Vivek Oberoi-starrer PM Narendra Modi, which was scheduled to hit theatres on this Friday, 5 April, has now been tentatively pushed by a week, two days after Delhi and Bombay High courts dismissed PILs seeking stay …

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PM Narendra Modi pens letter on 25 years of IIFA Awards: ‘We have consistently worked to support film industry’

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PM Narendra Modi penned a letter to the International Indian Film Academy Awards as the prestigious award show held its silver jubilee edition. PM Narendra Modi on 25 years of IIFA Awards PM Modi wrote, “I am pleased to learn about the 25 edition of the International Indian Film Academy Awards. This two-and-a-half decade journey reflects the commitment of all …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

ECI invites political parties to discuss strengthening of election process within legal framework

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Amid raging row over duplicate Electoral Photo Identity Card numbers, the Election Commission of India has written to all political parties, asking them to participate in a meeting to strengthen the election process within the legal framework indicating that such an interaction could take place at their convenience. In the meantime, the ECI has also invited suggestions from …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Vikramaditya Motwane interview: Tough times for political filmmaking

The Hindu

Vikramaditya Motwane has such a varied, innovative filmography, it resists nostalgia. Meanwhile, Udaan, Motwane’s landmark debut feature, will be shown at the forthcoming Red Lorry Film Festival. “I will certainly not watch them on my iPhone or iPad.” It’s important, when watching and curating films, not to make rash judgments and to wait for the mood to settle, Motwane says. …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Madras HC directs Ananda Vikatan to remove offending caricature depicting PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: The Madras High Court has directed Ananda Vikatan Productions Private Limited to remove the caricature depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi shackled in chains during a meeting with United States President Donald Trump and inform the same to the union government. The judge passed the interim order on Thursday on a petition filed by Ananda Vikatan Productions Private Limited and …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi evokes Kishore Kumar, Dev Anand to target Congress over Emergency

India TV News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday targeted the Congress party in his reply to the motion of thanks to the President's Address in the Rajya Sabha. Targetting the Opposition party, PM Modi referred to some of the film industry's artists including Kishore Kumar, Dev Anand, and Balraj Sahni, among others. Hridaynath Mangeshkar Ji, brother of Lata MangeshkarJi, had written a …

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High Court Reserves Verdict On Pleas Against Release Of Movie Based On 2020 Delhi Riots

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

High Court Reserves Verdict On Pleas Against Release Of Movie Based On 2020 Delhi Riots

Live Law

The Delhi High Court on Friday reserved verdict on a batch of petitions against the release of a film titled “2020 Delhi”, based on 2020 North-East Delhi riots, and its trailer on YouTube. During the hearing today, Advocate Mehmood Pracha appearing for Tasleem Ahmed and others submitted that the trailer of the film violated Section 5 of the Cinematograph Act …

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HC seeks Centre, CBFC reply on plea to shelve film on northeast Delhi riots

The Hindu

The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the Centre and the Central Board of Film Certification to respond to a plea by student activist Sharjeel Imam and others for shelving the movie 2020 Delhi, reportedly based on northeast Delhi riots. Imam, facing prosecution in a February 2020 riots case, claimed that the posters and the promotional videos, including the teasers …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC issues notice on Petitions by Sharjeel Imam against movie based on Delhi riots

Op India

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice on two petitions seeking direction to postpone the release of “2020 Delhi,” a film based on the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, scheduled to premiere on February 2, 2025. The first petition which is moved by Sharjeel Imam, accused in the larger conspiracy case claims that the film’s trailers depict Imam and other …

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Sharjeel Imam Moves High Court To Postpone Release Of Film Based On Delhi Riots

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Sharjeel Imam on Thursday moved the Delhi High Court seeking postponement of the release of a film based on 2020 North-East Delhi riots. The film titled “2020 Delhi” is scheduled for release on February 2, three days ahead of Delhi Legislative Assembly elections. The respondents in the plea are Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Central Board of Film Certification, …

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Delhi HC asks ECI to ensure political parties don’t use ‘vilifying’ material in polls

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC asks ECI to ensure political parties don’t use ‘vilifying’ material in polls

The Hindu

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the Election Commission to ensure political parties and their candidates did not use any “vilifying” material during election campaigns. Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela said the State election officer, chief election officer and the district election officer were fully empowered and duty-bound to check such messages and advertising material being circulated by …

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Prevent release of ‘divisive’ film based on 2020 Delhi riots, Abhishek Singhvi urges EC

The Hindu

The Congress on Sunday accused the BJP of trying to “divide society and influence voters” by promoting a film based on the 2020 north-east Delhi riots, which is set to release three days ahead of the February 5 Assembly election. Addressing a press conference, senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member Abhishek Manu Singhvi urged the Election Commission of India …

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Maharashtra Minister calls for expert review of film Chhaava before release

The Hindu

Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant has demanded that the upcoming film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal be screened for experts before its release to address objections raised over certain scenes. He stated, “It is commendable that a Hindi film is being made to highlight the legacy of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The call for a review follows comments by former Rajya Sabha member …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Police stop screening of AAP docu-film; Kejriwal slams BJP

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Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday alleged that the Delhi police stopped a private screening of a documentary exposing the “secrets” and “conspiracies” behind the arrest of his party leaders by the Bharatiya Janata Party. In response to the allegations, a senior Delhi police officer told The Hindu after elections are declared political parties are supposed to apply …

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Delhi Police halts screening of documentary on Arvind Kejriwal, claims AAP; cops respond

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Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: The screening of a documentary on the Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal was halted by Delhi Police today. Kejriwal responds on his documentary screening "A film has been made on Aam Aadmi Party. After Delhi, Police said that no permission was taken for the screening of the film 'Unbreakable', Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal …

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EC issues advisory to political parties to ensure responsible use of AI-generated content

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Ahead of the Delhi Assembly election, the Election Commission of India issued a fresh advisory to political parties, asking them to ensure responsible and transparent use of Artificial Intelligence-generated content in their campaigns. Just before the Lok Sabha election last year, the poll body had issued guidelines to curb potential use of “deep fakes” and AI-generated distorted content by political …

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ECI asks parties to adhere to advisory on labeling synthetic, AI content in elections

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India asked all political parties to adhere to the advisory on labeling synthetic and Artificial Intelligence generated content to ensure fair, transparent and responsible use of emerging technologies in election campaigning. In a letter addressed to the president, general secretary and chairperson of all national and State recognized political parties, ECI Joint Director Anuj …

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Poll body's advisory to use AI in campaigning ahead of Delhi elections

India Today

The Election Commission on Thursday issued a new advisory to all political parties regarding the responsible and transparent use of Artificial Intelligence -generated content in their campaigns ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. This move comes amid the increasing use of AI technologies in political campaigning, raising concerns about their potential impact on voter perception and the authenticity of campaign …

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When PM Modi asked journalists to take care of themselves in this cold | VIDEO

India TV News

In a kind gesture Prime Narendra Modi on Friday before attending the BJP poll body meeting, stopped and interacted with the journalists standing outside the party headquarters braving the chilly winters. The BJP's Central Election Committee, which includes Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday met to finalise the second list of party candidates for the Delhi Assembly polls scheduled for …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Santosh’ awaiting censor clearance in India, likely to miss January 10 release

The Hindu

British-Indian director Sandhya Suri’s Santosh is unlikely to release in India on January 10 as the film is awaiting censor clearance. While the film’s trailer was cleared by censor authorities on January 1, the main film is yet to be certified. A source told Mid-Day that CBFC board members haven’t watched the film yet owing to the year-end holidays. A …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

'No politics in cinema': Pawan Kalyan's 'powerful lines' at Game Changer event get praise from Sandeep Reddy Vanga

Hindustan Times

The pre-release event of Shankar’s maiden Telugu film, Game Changer, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani in lead roles, took place in Rajahmundry on Saturday evening. Actor-Deputy CM of AP Pawan Kalyan was the chief guest at the event, where he delivered a long speech on cinema and politics. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga lauded him, sharing his speech on X. …

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Modi honors ANR on centenary; Nagarjuna expresses gratitude

Deccan Chronicle

Actor Nagarjuna expressed his joy after Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored his father, the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao, during his Mann Ki Baat broadcast on Sunday. Nagarjuna wrote, “Thank you, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, for honoring my father, ANR garu, on his centenary year alongside such iconic legends. His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to …

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3 months ago

Election Commission has become a puppet of Modi, says Selvaperunthagai

The Hindu

Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president K. Selvaperunthagai on Monday criticised the Centre’s decision to amend the rules governing election procedures, which allows it to withhold election related records. The amendment comes on the heels of the Punjab and Haryana High Court ordering the Election Commission of India to furnish all electronic voting machine records, videos, closed-circuit television camera footage, and …

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Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos

Trending News

3 months ago

Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Union government’s recent amendment restricting public access to electronic election materials, such as CCTV footage and webcasting at polling booths, strong rooms, and counting tables, has drawn sharp criticism from Opposition parties. Based on the Election Commission of India’s recommendation, the law ministry on Friday altered Rule 93 of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, limiting the …

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Modi govt's calibrated erosion of EC's integrity: Kharge on election rule

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday hit out at the government for tweaking an election rule to prevent public inspection of certain electronic documents, alleging it is part of the Modi government's "systematic conspiracy" to destroy the institutional integrity of the Election Commission.Kharge also said the Modi government's "calibrated erosion" of the ECI's integrity is a frontal attack …

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3 months ago

Modi government’s ‘calibrated erosion’ of Election Commission’s integrity: Kharge on election rule

The Hindu

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday hit out at the government for tweaking an election rule to prevent public inspection of certain electronic documents, alleging it is part of the Modi government's "systematic conspiracy" to destroy the institutional integrity of the Election Commission. Mr. Kharge also said the Modi government's "calibrated erosion" of the ECI's integrity is a frontal attack …

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3 months ago

Systematic conspiracy: Mallikarjun Kharge slams Centre's election rule change

India Today

Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday sharply criticised the central government for amending election rules to restrict access to poll documents, calling it a deliberate conspiracy to undermine the integrity of the Election Commission. “Modi Govt’s audacious amendment in the Conduct of Election Rules is another assault in its systematic conspiracy to destroy the institutional integrity of the Election Commission …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Advisory against BBC documentary screening stifles dissent: JNUSU

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union, on Wednesday, condemned the university administration’s repeated attempts to curtail democratic spaces on campus by issuing an advisory against the screening of a BBC documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi by the All India Students’ Federation, a left-wing student organisation. JNUSU President Dhananjay stated, “This advisory is a blatant attack on the …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Vikrant Massey reveals PM Narendra Modi had tears in his eyes after watching The Sabarmati Report: 'Woh bhi bhavuk the'

Hindustan Times

Vikrant says PM Modi got emotional after watching The Sabarmati Report Vikrant said, "Unko film pasand aya, humara prayas acha laga. Uss film ki screening ke time jitna main bhavuk tha, shayad woh bhi uss time utne hi bhavuk the. Vikrant attended film's screening with PM Modi Earlier this month, Vikrant attended the screening of The Sabarmati Report with PM …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

First Day First Show | ‘Pushpa 2’ review, Kishore interview

The Hindu

Around Tinsel Town >>Tamil film producers move HC seeking ban on movie reviews for three days from date of release Tamil Film Active Producers Association filed a writ petition in the Madras High Court seeking a direction to the Centre as well as the State government to ban online movie reviews for first three days from the date of the …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Atlantic publishes hit job against PM Modi: Here’s how the propaganda piece cherry-picks facts to attack the Indian leader

Op India

“For India Prime Minister Narendra Modi, strength is everything.” A hit job on Indian PM Modi was published by American magazine The Atlantic on the 29th of November. The hit job titled “How a Strongman Made Himself Look Weak” claims that PM Modi responds to criticism within India by ‘co-opting’ the media and ‘repressing’ the religious minorities. Daniel Block, who …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil film producers move HC seeking ban on movie reviews for three days from the date of release

The Hindu

Tamil Film Active Producers Association has filed a writ petition in the Madras High Court seeking a direction to the Centre as well as the State government to ban online review of movies for first three days, from the date of their theatrical release, on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and X. When advocate Vijayan Subramanian, representing …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Madras High Court refuses to ban film reviews for three days from release

India Today

Madras High Court, on December 3, refused to ban film reviews for three days from release. Tamil Film Active Producers Association recently filed a writ petition in court seeking a ban on movie reviews for three days from release on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and X. On November 20, another association, Tamil Nadu Producers Council issued …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi, BJP MPs attend screening of ‘The Sabarmati Report’; Opposition hits out

Hindustan Times

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended a screening of the film, The Sabarmati Report, in Balyogi Auditorium of the Parliament House, along with home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh and health minister JP Nadda, along with senior BJP MPs. Following the screening, PM Modi said in a post on X, “Joined fellow NDA MPs at a screening …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Narendra Modi, cabinet ministers watch ‘The Sabarmati Report’

Hindustan Times

Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the movie ‘The Sabarmati Report’ on Monday at the Balyogi Auditorium in the Parliament library building. Prime Minister Narendra Modi watches The Sabarmati Report at the Balyogi Auditorium with Cabinet members He was joined by several members of his cabinet, along with MPs from the ruling National Democratic Alliance. After the screening, some members of …

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Vikrant Massey avoids questions about early retirement from films at The Sabarmati Report Parliament screening

Trending News

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Vikrant Massey avoids questions about early retirement from films at The Sabarmati Report Parliament screening

Hindustan Times

On Monday, Vikrant Massey shocked his fans when he announced that he would quit films after 2025. Later in the day, he attended the screening of The Sabarmati Report at the Parliament, and while he was happy to talk about his latest film, he avoided questions about his retirement. Vikrant Massey avoids questions about retirement Vikrant attended the screening of …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Modi attends special screening of ‘The Sabarmati Report’

The Hindu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday watched The Sabarmati Report, produced by filmmaker Ektaa Kapoor, said to be based on the burning of the Sabarmati Express in which 59 people, including 27 women and 10 children returning from a ceremony in Ayodhya, were killed in Gujarat’s Godhra on February 27, 2002. The film, starring Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi …

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PM Modi to watch Vikrant Massey starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’ at 4 pm today

Live Mint

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will watch Vikrant Massey starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’ movie at 4pm at Balyogi Auditorium in the national capital. Massey's Last Movie PM Modi will watch the movie a day after Massey announced his retirement from acting. ‘The Sabarmati Report’ was among Massey's last movies. Last month, Union Home Minister, Amit Shah also applauded the movie and …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi, along with NDA MPs, watches Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' | Deets Inside

India TV News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the Vikrant Massey starrer film 'The Sabarmati Report' at 4 pm today at Balyogi auditorium along with Speaker Lok Sabha and ministers and MPs. He posted on X, "Joined fellow NDA MPs at a screening of 'The Sabarmati Report.' Let us tell you that this film revolves around the justice system, society and personal struggles …

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PM Modi addresses concluding session of 59th All India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police and discussed various issues

Trending News

3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi addresses concluding session of 59th All India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police and discussed various issues

The Hindu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern over the potential threats generated on account of digital frauds, cyber-crimes and AI technology at a conference of top police officers in the country. Mr. Modi, along with Home Minister Amit Shah, attended the 59th All India Conference of Director Generals of Police/Inspector Generals of Police at Bhubaneswar on November 30 and December 1. …

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4 months, 1 week ago

The Sabarmati Report team on criticism, being labelled propaganda, PM Modi's post

India Today

The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey along with Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra in pivotal roles, has been both directed and written by Dheeraj Sarna and produced by Amul Mohan. The Sabarmati Report has received mixed reactions from the public; however, a tweet from Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the film has generated increased interest and curiosity regarding the Vikrant …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praises Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report', says "It is good that this truth is coming out!"

Firstpost

While the film continues to receive an amazing response from all corners, in a remarkable move, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, has praised it for revealing the truth The Sabarmati Report has been released on the big screens and has suddenly become the talk of the town. While the film continues to receive an amazing response from all …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Modi lauds 'The Sabarmati Report' film, claims truth is coming out

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly praised the film The Sabarmati Report, which delves into the 2002 Godhra train incident and the subsequent Gujarat riots. https://t.co/8XXo5hQe2y The Sabarmati Report, directed by noted filmmaker Ketan Mehta, is a controversial documentary-style film that investigates the 2002 burning of the Sabarmati Express, which led to the deaths of 59 Hindu pilgrims …

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4 months, 1 week ago

'Good That Truth Is Coming Out': PM Modi Praises Vikrant Massey's Film 'The Sabarmati Report'

ABP News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Vikrant Massey's recently released film 'The Sabarmati Report', saying that "the truth is coming out and in a way that common people can see it." https://t.co/8XXo5hQe2y — Narendra Modi November 17, 2024 Reacting to a post in praise of the movie, Prime Minister Modi, in a post on X, said, "It is good …

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4 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi reacts to 'The Sabarmati Report' movie, here is what he said

India TV News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reacted to 'The Sabarmati Report' movie which is based on the events around the 2002 Godhara train burning incident. PM Modi while reacting to a movie review post said that the truth is finally coming out. The Sabarmati Report centres around the Godhra incident, which took place in February 2002, where 59 innocent people, …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Ekta Kapoor thanks PM for 'inspiring words' on The Sabarmati Report

India Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the latest Bollywood film, The Sabarmati Report, based on the tragic Sabarmati Express incident that occurred on the morning of February 27, 2002, near the Godhra railway station in Gujarat. In response, The Sabarmati Report producer Ekta Kapoor shared her gratitude, emphasising how Modi’s appreciation was a significant boost for the film's team. While responding …

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High Court to hear pleas against release of Hindi film based on 2008 Malegoan blast

Trending News

4 months, 2 weeks ago

High Court to hear pleas against release of Hindi film based on 2008 Malegoan blast

India Today

The Bombay High Court will hear three petitions challenging the release of the upcoming Hindi film Match Fixing – The Nation at Stake, set for a December 15 release and is said to be based on events leading to the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast. Lt Colonel Prasad Purohit, an accused in the Malegaon blast case, filed a petition claiming the …

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5 months ago

PM Modi Warns Against Digital Arrests: 'Stop, Think, and Take Action'

Deccan Chronicle

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the issue of digital arrests during his monthly radio show, 'Mann Ki Baat,' and outlines necessary precautions to protect citizens from such scams. He emphasizes public awareness, urging citizens to adopt the mantra of 'stop, think, and take action' when confronted with suspicious calls. Modi also highlights the success of Indian animated series, calling for …

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5 months ago

SC Issues Notice to Centre to Produce Original Records on 2002 Gujarat Riots

Deccan Chronicle

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to produce the original records relating to its decision to block a 2023 BBC documentary series on the 2002 Gujarat riots within three weeks. The petition challenges the government's decision to ban the documentary, claiming that it is an infringement on freedom of speech and expression.

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6 months ago

CBFC Issues Revised Guidelines for 'Emergency', Sets Release Date to Monday

News 18

Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' faces release restrictions due to specific cuts recommended by the CBFC revising committee. The film, initially scheduled for September 6, will now only be released after these edits are made. Zee Studios, co-producer of the film, has submitted a document outlining the proposed changes. The High Court has adjourned the matter to Monday, September 30, for …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency: CBFC withholding clearance for my film, claims actor

The Hindu

The Central Board of Film Certification is inhibiting the release of the Kangana Ranaut starrer and directorial Emergency, a biopic of Indira Gandhi, the actor-cum-Member of Parliament said on X, formerly Twitter, on Friday evening. Ms. Ranaut said that staff from the CBFC had faced threats due to the anticipated content of the film, leading the censor board to hesitate …

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