Ban on Kerala Story Continues Despite Supreme Court Ruling
The ban on the movie The Kerala Story, directed by Sudipto Sen, remains in place in some states of India despite the Supreme Court allowing its screening last week. The movie, which stars Adah Sharma, depicts how women from Kerala were forced to convert and recruited by the terror group Islamic State (IS). Recently, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap tweeted in support of the film, and now, actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has also spoken out against the ban.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Speaks Out Against the Ban
When Nawazuddin Siddiqui was informed about Anurag Kashyap’s tweet, he agreed with the filmmaker. However, he added that if a film or a novel is hurting someone, then that’s wrong. He further stated that films should foster social harmony and love among people and if a film has the power to break people and social harmony, it’s extremely wrong. “Humein isse duniya ko jodna hai, todna nahi hai (We need to unite the world, not to divide it),” Siddiqui said, adding that nothing in the world deserves to be banned.
The Kerala Story Makes Rs 200 Crore at India Box Office
Despite the ban, The Kerala Story has raised Rs 200 crore at the box office, the movie’s makers said on Monday. The movie, addressing a sensitive topic, has resonated with the audience and continues to grow in popularity across the country.
Film Industry Must Promote Social Harmony
Films have a powerful impact on people’s perceptions and attitudes. Therefore, it is crucial for the film industry to promote social harmony and love among people. While freedom of expression is a fundamental right, a line must be drawn when it comes to hurting sentiments. This incident underscores the need for the film industry to navigate sensitivities while keeping the audiences’ interests in mind.
In summary, the ban on The Kerala Story persists despite the Supreme Court’s ruling. The film has raised Rs 200 crore at the box office and continues to resonate with audiences. While freedom of expression must be protected, it is also essential to promote social harmony and avoid hurting sentiments.
