Petition filed with the Ministry of I&B to ban Udaipur Files
The controversy surrounding the upcoming film, Udaipur Files, has taken a new turn with the President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, Arshad Madani, announcing that a petition has been filed with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to ban the release of the Vijay Raaz-starrer. The petition, according to Madani, claims that the film is based on hatred and may promote communal tension in society.
Udaipur Files, directed by Avinash Das, is a thriller that revolves around the murder of a Muslim man in Udaipur. The film has been making headlines for its controversial content, with many accusing it of promoting communal hatred and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. The petition filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind is the latest development in the ongoing controversy surrounding the film.
Madani took to social media to announce the filing of the petition, stating that the organization had taken this step to ensure that the film does not harm communal harmony in the country. He tweeted, “The petition states that the film is based on hatred, may promote communal tension in society. We urge the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to take immediate action and ban the release of this film.”
The petition, which has been filed under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act, 1952, and the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995, alleges that the film’s content is inflammatory and may lead to public disorder. The petitioners have requested the MIB to exercise its powers under the two acts to ban the release of the film and prevent it from being exhibited in public.
The controversy surrounding Udaipur Files has been brewing for some time now, with many sections of society expressing their concerns over the film’s content. The film’s trailer, which was released recently, shows a group of Muslims being brutally attacked by a mob, leading to widespread outrage and allegations of promoting communal hatred.
The film’s director, Avinash Das, has defended his film, stating that it is a work of fiction and should not be taken as a representation of real-life events. However, many have criticized the film for perpetuating harmful stereotypes and promoting communal hatred.
The petition filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind is the latest development in the ongoing controversy surrounding Udaipur Files. With the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting now in possession of the petition, it remains to be seen what action they will take. Will they ban the release of the film or will they allow it to hit the screens as scheduled?
The controversy surrounding Udaipur Files raises important questions about the role of the media in perpetuating harmful stereotypes and promoting communal hatred. It also highlights the need for greater regulation and oversight of the film industry to ensure that films do not harm communal harmony in the country.
In conclusion, the petition filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind to ban Udaipur Files is a significant development in the ongoing controversy surrounding the film. With the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting now in possession of the petition, it remains to be seen what action they will take. As the country waits with bated breath to see what happens next, one thing is clear – the controversy surrounding Udaipur Files is far from over.
