Petition filed with the Ministry of I&B to ban Udaipur Files
In a recent development, the President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, Arshad Madani, has taken to social media to announce that a petition has been filed with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to ban the release of the upcoming film “Udaipur Files”. The petition, filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, a prominent Islamic organization, claims that the film is based on hatred and may promote communal tension in society.
The news of the petition being filed comes at a time when the film is already embroiled in controversy. “Udaipur Files” is an upcoming Indian crime drama film directed by Avinash Das and starring Vijay Raaz, Gauahar Khan, and Arshad Warsi. The film’s plot revolves around the investigation into the gruesome murder of a tailor in Udaipur, Rajasthan.
However, the film’s trailer has sparked outrage among many, with some accusing it of promoting communal hatred and disrespecting the victims’ families. The petition filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind claims that the film’s content is “highly objectionable” and may lead to “communal tensions and divisions” in society.
According to the petition, the film’s storyline is based on “lies and half-truths” and is an “attempt to create communal hatred and division”. The petition also claims that the film’s makers have “maliciously” targeted a particular community and have tried to “dehumanize” them.
Madani, in his tweet, stated that the petition was filed to “stop the spread of hatred and communalism” and to “protect the dignity of the victims’ families”. He also appealed to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to “take cognizance of the matter” and “ban the release of the film”.
The petition has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many people expressing their opinions on the matter. Some have come out in support of the petition, claiming that the film’s content is indeed offensive and may promote communal hatred. Others have criticized the petition, calling it an attempt to suppress free speech and stifle artistic expression.
The controversy surrounding “Udaipur Files” has also led to calls for a boycott of the film. Many people have taken to social media to express their outrage and disappointment at the film’s content, with some calling for a complete boycott of the film.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has yet to comment on the petition, but it is expected that the matter will be taken up in the coming days. The controversy surrounding “Udaipur Files” is a stark reminder of the importance of responsible filmmaking and the need to avoid promoting communal hatred and division.
In conclusion, the petition filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind to ban the release of “Udaipur Files” is a significant development in the controversy surrounding the film. The petition raises important questions about the role of film in promoting communal hatred and division, and the need for responsible filmmaking practices.
As the debate surrounding the film continues to rage on, it is essential that we remain vigilant and ensure that our voices are heard. We must promote a culture of tolerance and understanding, and reject any attempts to promote hatred and division.
