Udta Punjab faces plagiarism allegations, industry hits back
8 years, 5 months ago

Udta Punjab faces plagiarism allegations, industry hits back

Hindustan Times  

Director Abhishek Chaubey’s Udta Punjab is back in news and this time the makers have got trapped in a fresh controversy and facing plagiarism charges. Even Alia Bhatt’s rape scene showing her staring at an Surprisingly, Udta Punjab’s screenwriter Sudip Sharma was quoted by Scroll.in saying, “The one big inspiration for me was Traffic and then there was an article in Tehelka magazine on Punjab drug crisis. When comparing any creative form, it’s pretty obvious that similarities will be found, which is fine, but blatant lifting of material is just boring for anyone trying to explore their own creativity.” Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt who went gaga over his daughter Alia Bhatt’s performance in Udta Punjab feels it is not a big deal if there are some broad structural similarities in a film and a book but that does not mean it is totally copied. Asserting that it’s not always Bollywood films that are on the receiving end of plagiarism, filmmaker Kunal Kohli cites an interesting example about his film Hum Tum that had similarities with Hollywood film Before Sunset. As a creative person, you can always talk about something as long as you give due credit to the person who has written the thing and there’s nothing embarrassing about it.” “If there are similar tracks in two books written in Indian and modern literature, nobody ever talks but on spotting such similarities in a Hindi film, everyone starts shouting plagiarism, adds Kohli.

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Shahid Kapoor's Udta Punjab 2 in works: Report
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shahid Kapoor's Udta Punjab 2 in works: Report

India Today  

Following the success of Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, and Diljit Dosanjh starrer Udta Punjab, it is believed that the makers are now planning a sequel. The new installment is believed to feature Shahid Kapoor reprising his role as the lead. According to a report by Peeping Moon, Ektaa Kapoor is developing Udta Punjab 2 and has reportedly brought …

Sonam Kapoor plagiarises ‘Humans of Hindutva’ propaganda post, pontificates on ‘Hindu fundamentalism’
6 years ago

Sonam Kapoor plagiarises ‘Humans of Hindutva’ propaganda post, pontificates on ‘Hindu fundamentalism’

Op India  

Actor Sonam Kapoor has taken to the oldest trick in the book of film promotion: take up a cause whenever a new film is about to release. Karan Johar, the flagbearer of nepotism in Bollywood who provides a launchpad to talentless star kids, referred to Sonam as a ‘bonafide Leftist’ in his talk show a few weeks back. On 26th …

1 Year of Udta Punjab: A film that shone with flying colours despite the controversies
7 years, 9 months ago

1 Year of Udta Punjab: A film that shone with flying colours despite the controversies

India TV News  

Udta Punjab- the movie which hit many hurdles even before its release. But the major controversy around the film struck when CBFC asked the film to drop the word ‘Punjab’ from the title. Here are some other controversies surrounding the film ‘Udta Punjab’. Kareena Kapoor was paired with Punjabi actor Diljit Dosanjh whereas Shahid was to act opposite Alia Bhatt. …

Magadheera makers drag Raabta to court over plagiarism allegation
7 years, 10 months ago

Magadheera makers drag Raabta to court over plagiarism allegation

India Today  

The makers of Telugu film Magadheera approached the Hyderabad court on Wednesday to seek injunction against the release of the Hindi film Raabta starring Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon. Story plagiarism charge.- Ramesh Bala May 24, 2017 Magadheera was a love story between Ram Charan and Kajal Aggarwal, set in different time zones. Magadheera became a landmark film in …

Alizeh, Udta Punjab, Mallika Dua, Baked: 2016 was the year of characters
8 years, 2 months ago

Alizeh, Udta Punjab, Mallika Dua, Baked: 2016 was the year of characters

Firstpost  

2016 was a year which we will remember for the kind of people it introduced us to on celluloid and in web series, from Alia Bhatt’s unnamed character in Udta Punjab, to the web series Baked, where each character has its own charm. The biggest win for Udta Punjab, 2016’s most controversy-mired film, was that you’re never told Alia Bhatt’s …

We should be proud of a film like Udta Punjab, regardless of those plagiarism claims
8 years, 5 months ago

We should be proud of a film like Udta Punjab, regardless of those plagiarism claims

Firstpost  

Does Udta Punjab get no credit for changing the way we consume so-called “serious” films? It was around this time that we got to hear the Bombay High Court speak in favour of filmmaking and the film industry, with gems like, “Blanket ban on Udta Punjab interferes with creative freedom” and “make cuts don’t censor” and “If you don’t like …

Candid confessions: Alia Bhatt on ‘Udta Punjab’ leak, the rape scene and much more
8 years, 8 months ago

Candid confessions: Alia Bhatt on ‘Udta Punjab’ leak, the rape scene and much more

India TV News  

New Delhi: Actress Alia Bhatt is having one of the best phases of her life, all thanks to the success of her last release ‘Udta Punjab’. But of course, it's not easy when people come close to you, hold your hand and try to pin you down.” The 23-year-old diva also said that the entire character was imaginary for her. …

Pakistan censor board suggests 100 cuts in ‘Udta Punjab’, makers decide on not releasing the film there
8 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan censor board suggests 100 cuts in ‘Udta Punjab’, makers decide on not releasing the film there

India TV News  

New Delhi: The movie ‘Udta Punjab’ might have won a battle with the Central Board of Film Certification in India, but not in Pakistan. The censor board of the neighbouring country suggested that the movie goes through 100 cuts before hitting screens and the makers refuses to do so. Abhishek and the team of ‘Udta Punjab’ had moved Bombay High …

'Udta Punjab' film leak suspect nabbed
8 years, 9 months ago

'Udta Punjab' film leak suspect nabbed

Firstpost  

In a breakthrough, Mumbai Police Cyber Cell has arrested a person from New Delhi who is allegedly linked to the online leak of the recent film “Udta Punjab” two days prior to its release, an official said here on Wednesday. He was taken to the Cyber Police Station here and after his active role in the issue was confirmed, he …

Udta Punjab movie review: It was totally worth the fight
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab movie review: It was totally worth the fight

Deccan Chronicle  

Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Diljit Dosanjh, Satish Kaushik Director: Abhishek Chaubey Director Abhishek Chaubey and producer Anurag Kashyap’s Udta Punjab opened in theatres on Friday after a protracted fight, in and out of court. The Censor Board’s current dispensation can ask for 89 cuts, use delay tactics, resort to cheap, third-rate and now even alleged criminal …

Udta Punjab review: Shahid, Alia, Kareena, Dijit live up to all the hype
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab review: Shahid, Alia, Kareena, Dijit live up to all the hype

Hindustan Times  

Udta Punjab Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Diljit Dosanjh Director: Abhishek Chaubey Rating: 3.5/5 Shahid Kapoor plays a fading superstar Tommy Singh in Udta Punjab. After much controversy, Udta Punjab opened to audience on Friday morning, and unlike the censor board’s earlier claims, the film doesn’t glorify substance abuse. Read: Flying start to Udta Punjab in Badal …

Udta Punjab Movie Review
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab Movie Review

India Today  

Udta Punjab is a sledgehammer of a film that not only gets its hands dirty, digging deep into the Punjab drug menace, but is also an out-and-out entertainer. Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh, Satish Kaushik Direction: Abhishek Chaubey Ratings: Udta Punjab has sadness in its cold heart and speed running through its pulsating veins. Within …

Aamir Khan: It's a big shame for CBFC if censor copy of ‘Udta Punjab’ is leaked
8 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan: It's a big shame for CBFC if censor copy of ‘Udta Punjab’ is leaked

India TV News  

New Delhi: Superstar Aamir Khan during a press conference on Thursday evening in Lel village of Ludhiana, said that it is shameful on the part of Central Board of Film Certification if a censor copy of ‘Udta Punjab’ has been leaked. Interestingly, the copy of ‘Udta Punjab’ which is doing the rounds of media is the censor copy and even …

'Udta Punjab' leaked: B-Town celebs urge people to watch in theatres – India TV
8 years, 9 months ago

'Udta Punjab' leaked: B-Town celebs urge people to watch in theatres – India TV

India TV News  

New Delhi: Amid reports of ‘Udta Punjab’ being leaked on internet two days before release, the lead actors of movie Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have urged their fans not to waste two years of their hard work by watching the pirated version of the film and instead watch it only in the theatres. Please watch 'Udta Punjab' only in …

Udta Punjab leaked online, producers file complaint with cyber cell
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab leaked online, producers file complaint with cyber cell

Hindustan Times  

Producers of drug-themed drama Udta Punjab, slated for Friday release, on Wednesday lodged a complaint with cyber police alleging that the film was leaked online. The film stars Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt and Diljit Dosanjh. The FIR was filed by Satyajeet Mukharjee from Phantom Films Pvt Ltd. Read | Udta Punjab in Punjab-Haryana HC: Screening held, feedback …

Revealed: After much chaos; Udta Punjab will release on this date
8 years, 9 months ago

Revealed: After much chaos; Udta Punjab will release on this date

India TV News  

Mumbai: The makers of "Udta Punjab" have decided to release the film worldwide on June 17 after the Bombay High Court cleared the film for release with one cut and three disclaimers. It has been wonderful for the country and it shows that there is freedom of expression and we want to announce that 'Udta Punjab' is coming on June …

'Udta Punjab will fly': Anurag Kashyap, Alia Bhatt and Bollywood react to verdict
8 years, 9 months ago

'Udta Punjab will fly': Anurag Kashyap, Alia Bhatt and Bollywood react to verdict

Firstpost  

As the Bombay HC passed a landmark judgment on Udta Punjab clearing the film with one cut out of a suggested 89, the entire film fraternity stood together and supported the film’s release. — Dia Mirza June 13, 2016 Relieved by the court's judgement, looking to release the film on the scheduled date: Abhishek Chaubey,Director of #UdtaPunjab — NDTV June …

Amid 'Udta Punjab' row, CBFC clears Punjabi film on drugs issue
8 years, 9 months ago

Amid 'Udta Punjab' row, CBFC clears Punjabi film on drugs issue

India TV News  

Mumbai: In the wake of the ongoing controversy over certification of Bollywood film "Udta Punjab", based on the menace of drugs in Punjab, the censor board has cleared Punjabi filmmaker Baljeet Singh's upcoming film "Dhee Punjab Di" with a 'U' certificate. Baljeet, who has written, produced and directed "Dhee Punjab Di", slated to release on August 19, says his film …

Salim Khan proud of film industry for supporting 'Udta Punjab'
8 years, 9 months ago

Salim Khan proud of film industry for supporting 'Udta Punjab'

ABP News  

New Delhi: Noted scriptwriter Salim Khan is happy to see the film industry coming together in support of "Udta Punjab" which is caught up in a censorship battle. Produced by Phantom films and Balaji Motion Pictures, the Abhishek Chaubey-directed film that delves into the drug menace in the state of Punjab, faced troubles with Central Board of Film Certification which …

Amarinder Singh to release uncensored copies of 'Udta Punjab' on 17 June
8 years, 9 months ago

Amarinder Singh to release uncensored copies of 'Udta Punjab' on 17 June

Firstpost  

Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh on Thursday announced that he will release uncensored copies of Bollywood movie Udta Punjab in Majitha town near Amritsar on 17 June. Chandigarh: Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh on Thursday announced that he will release uncensored copies of Bollywood movie Udta Punjab in Majitha town near Amritsar on 17 June. Amarinder also clarified to Udta …

Udta Punjab is not anti-Punjab: Benegal
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab is not anti-Punjab: Benegal

The Hindu  

Acclaimed filmmaker Shyam Benegal has said “Udta Punjab” does not denigrate Punjab and that it’s a “laudable effort” by the filmmakers to bring to light the state’s vulnerability to drug abuse. It’s a laudable effort,” multiple National Award winning filmmaker Benegal told IANS over phone from Mumbai. On Wednesday, Nihalani suggested that co-producer Anurag Kashyap had taken money from the …

How censor board made Udta Punjab bleed: Here are all the 94 cuts
8 years, 9 months ago

How censor board made Udta Punjab bleed: Here are all the 94 cuts

Hindustan Times  

Names of Punjab’s cities, the name of the state itself and a dog named Jacky Chain – these are just a few of the 94 cuts that Central Board of Film Certification has demanded in the adults-only Udta Punjab. Udta Punjab’s co-producer Anurag Kashyap tweeted late on Wednesday that the suggestion of CBFC is a 13-pointer list that demands 94 …

Accusations, politicking in the air as Udta Punjab row gets bigger
8 years, 9 months ago

Accusations, politicking in the air as Udta Punjab row gets bigger

Hindustan Times  

A Bollywood movie on drug abuse in Punjab turned into a full-blown legal and political battle on Wednesday with the filmmakers moving court over censored parts, which Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said were done at the BJP’s bidding. Barbs engulfed the bitter censorship row over Udta Punjab after censor board chief Pahlaj Nihalani suggested that filmmaker Anurag Kashyap took …

Amitabh bats for ‘Udta Punjab’
8 years, 9 months ago

Amitabh bats for ‘Udta Punjab’

The Hindu  

Backing the producers of the film Udta Punjab, which has run into trouble with the Censor Board, Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, described the development as “unfortunate” and added that creativity is the soul of film-making and should not be killed. The film Udta Punjab starring Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Diljit Dosanjh addresses drug abuse in Punjab. …

Udta Punjab vs CBFC: Don’t blame the mirror for the reflection
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab vs CBFC: Don’t blame the mirror for the reflection

Hindustan Times  

The Central Board of Film Certification, or the censor board, has developed a penchant to be in the news for the wrong reasons. The latest is its ‘suggestions’ to the makers of the Hindi movie Udta Punjab — an Abhishek Chaubey film, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor, which extensively deals with the drug menace in Punjab. Read | Kashyap …

‘Udta Punjab’ to be exclusively screened for Shyam Benegal
8 years, 9 months ago

‘Udta Punjab’ to be exclusively screened for Shyam Benegal

The Hindu  

An exclusive screening of Abhishek Chaubey’s controversy-ridden “Udta Punjab” has been organised tomorrow for eminent filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the government-appointed censor board revamp committee. The move comes in the wake of the movie’s producer Anurag Kashyap slamming the Board for its apparent issues with the film, which deals with problem of substance abuse in Punjab. The Board has …

Udta Punjab censor row: Anurag Kashyap compares India with North Korea
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab censor row: Anurag Kashyap compares India with North Korea

Hindustan Times  

Anurag Kashyap, producer of upcoming film Udta Punjab has finally lost his patience with the Central Board of Film Certification which is demanding that all references to ‘Punjab’ must be removed from the film, apart from 89 other cuts. Earlier, when reports claimed censor had asked for 49 cuts, Anurag took to Twitter and clarified that Udta Punjab was under …

Like Udta Punjab, 10 Hindi films slashed by CBFC, made to change title
8 years, 9 months ago

Like Udta Punjab, 10 Hindi films slashed by CBFC, made to change title

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Kapoor-starrer Udta Punjab maybe renamed with reports suggesting a censor board panel has asked the filmmakers to drop all references to Punjab and elections from the movie that portrays drug abuse in the state. Read: Katti Batti review: Boy meets girl and together they bore us Films that have been asked to make cuts Kya Kool Hain Hum 3 …

'Udta Punjab' is not banned, clarifies Anurag Kashyap
8 years, 9 months ago

'Udta Punjab' is not banned, clarifies Anurag Kashyap

The Hindu  

Take a deep breath and calm down. Rather, the decision of the film’s certification has been deferred to a revising committee at the Censor Board of Film Certification, according to an official statement from Balaji Motion Pictures, one of the production houses for 'Udta Punjab'. He also went on to add that said due process would take time and that …

Udta Punjab is not banned, says producer Anurag Kashyap
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab is not banned, says producer Anurag Kashyap

Hindustan Times  

Even as everyone cries foul over the decision of the Central Board of Film Certification, producer Anurag Kashyap has said that the film is not ‘banned’. Shahid Kapoor in a still from Udta Punjab The censor board recently asked the makers of Udta Punjab to make numerous cuts in the film that stars Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan …

Udta Punjab fights for survival, censors demand 40 cuts
8 years, 9 months ago

Udta Punjab fights for survival, censors demand 40 cuts

Hindustan Times  

Udta Punjab, starring Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Diljit Dosanjh, is the latest film to run afoul of the censor board. Udta Punjab takes a hard look at the drug abuse problem in the state of Punjab and its protagonist, played by Shahid, is a drug addict. Read: Udta Punjab gets a red signal from censor The …

Udta Punjab and politics: What do AAP, SAD and Cong have to do with the film?
8 years, 10 months ago

Udta Punjab and politics: What do AAP, SAD and Cong have to do with the film?

Firstpost  

Political parties have either tried to capitalise on, or taken offence with, the subject matter of Udta Punjab — the drug problem in the state of Punjab. What’s interesting about the censors’ demand is that the producers of Udta Punjab — Phanton Films and Balaji Motion Pictures — are seeking an ‘A’ rating for their film. A whole host of …

Udta Punjab gets red signal from CBFC for all the swearing, expletives
8 years, 10 months ago

Udta Punjab gets red signal from CBFC for all the swearing, expletives

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s Udta Punjab’s trailer may have been let off easy and without any censors but the film itself is not getting a very lenient treatment. Apparently, makers have the option of appealing to a tribunal but insiders believe that makers will have “to contend with a few cuts.” At the same time, reports suggest that the …

B-town lauds 'Udta Punjab' trailer
8 years, 11 months ago

B-town lauds 'Udta Punjab' trailer

ABP News  

Mumbai: B-town celebrities showered praise for the trailer of Abhishek Chaubey's film “Udta Punjab” which highlights the rampant issue of drug abuse among youth in Punjab. While actor Anupam Kher called the trailer “raw, real and on fire”, director Madhur Bhandarkar called it “reality packed". Reality packed trailer of 'Udta Punjab'.Brilliant actors, Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh. Bloody, what …

Unveiled! The motion logo of Shahid, Kareena starrer ‘Udta Punjab’
8 years, 11 months ago

Unveiled! The motion logo of Shahid, Kareena starrer ‘Udta Punjab’

India TV News  

New Delhi: ‘Udta Punjab’ has been the talk of the town since its inception, after all the movie brings together the adorable jodi of Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. The other interesting element of ‘Udta Punjab’ is actor/singer Diljit Dosanjh, who is making his debut in B-town. The makers have released a creative logo of ‘Udta Punjab’ along with an …

Bajrangi Bhaijaan was copied, writer approaches Bombay HC
9 years, 5 months ago

Bajrangi Bhaijaan was copied, writer approaches Bombay HC

Hindustan Times  

It may have broke all box office records and even won critics’ hearts but Salman Khan’s last outing, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, is now in the middle of a legal tussle. A lawsuit has been filed in Bombay HC, alleging Bajrangi Bhaijaan is plagiarised. A lawsuit filed by Mahim Joshi alleged that the story of Bajrangi Bhaijaan has been plagiarised. Bajrangi Bhaijaan …

Kareena Kapoor Khan begins shooting for 'Udta Punjab' - IndiaTV News
10 years ago

Kareena Kapoor Khan begins shooting for 'Udta Punjab' - IndiaTV News

India TV News  

New Delhi: The shooting of one of the most anticipated movies of the year ‘Udta Punjab' has begun and here is the first still from the sets showing its lead actress Kareena Kapoor Khan. Beside this pair, Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt is also the other ‘jodi' in the movie. However, Kareena-Shahid's fans were very excited for the hot pair …

Kareena Kapoor starts shooting for 'Udta Punjab'
10 years ago

Kareena Kapoor starts shooting for 'Udta Punjab'

Firstpost  

Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor has started filming her upcoming movie “Udta Punjab”, which is being directed by Ishqiya helmer Abhishek Chaubey. Amritsar: Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor has started filming her upcoming movie Udta Punjab, which is being directed by Ishqiya helmer Abhishek Chaubey. Another picture shows him and Kareena hiding behind the film slate, which the 31-year-old actor captioned, “I …

Kareena-Shahid starrer Udta Punjab's plot revealed!
10 years, 1 month ago

Kareena-Shahid starrer Udta Punjab's plot revealed!

India TV News  

New Delhi: Udta Punjab has been making headlines even before the movie went on floors. If you thought that the Shahid Kapoor- Alia Bhatt- Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer Udta Punjab is a light-hearted comedy or something, you are wrong! Director Abhishek Chaubhey's film ‘Udta Punjab' starring Shahid, Alia, Kareena and Punjabi star Diljit Dosanj is, in fact, a gritty thriller. …

Udta Punjab: It's Kareena-Fawad and Shahid-Alia in the film
10 years, 2 months ago

Udta Punjab: It's Kareena-Fawad and Shahid-Alia in the film

India TV News  

New Delhi: Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor starrer ‘Udta Punjab' has got another starry presence in it. The actor who debuted in Bollywood with Disney's ‘Khoobsurat' opposite Sonam Kapoor has been approached by Abhishek Chaubey to star opposite Kareena Kapoor in ‘Udta Punjab.' The reports later claimed that though the ex flames will be there in ‘Udta Punjab,' neither Kareena …

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