The movie “Fighter,” featuring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, has encountered legal difficulties after receiving a legal notice accusing it of ‘defaming and insulting’ the Indian Air Force and its officers. The notice alleges that the film portrays the Indian Air Force in a negative light, leading to controversy and legal action.
The Bollywood blockbuster “Fighter,” featuring megastars Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, has found itself embroiled in controversy following a legal notice over a scene depicting the actors sharing a kiss while donned in Indian Air Force (IAF) uniforms. The notice, issued by Wing Commander Saumya Deep Das, an officer of the IAF, raises concerns over the portrayal of military personnel and the potential impact on the force’s esteemed image.
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The legal document articulates a profound respect for the IAF uniform, emphasizing it as
“a powerful symbol of unwavering commitment to duty, national security, and selfless service.”
It further argues that the film’s scene, by associating the uniform with
“personal romantic entanglements,”
not only misrepresents the dignity inherent to the attire but also
“devalues the profound sacrifices made by countless officers in service of our nation.”
Highlighting the gravity of the issue, the notice elaborates on the potential repercussions of such portrayals, suggesting that it
“normalizes inappropriate behaviour in uniform,”
thereby setting a “dangerous precedent.” Specifically, it criticizes the act of kissing in uniform, particularly within the confines of a technical area such as a runway, as
“grossly inappropriate and unbecoming of an IAF officer.”
This act, according to the notice, starkly contradicts the
“high standards of discipline and decorum”
expected from military personnel.
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“Fighter,” directed by Siddharth Anand, has been met with enthusiasm from audiences and has performed commendably at the box office. The film, which also stars Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover, and Akshay Oberoi, showcases Hrithik Roshan as Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, Deepika Padukone as Squadron Leader Minal Rathore, and Anil Kapoor as Group Captain Rakesh Jai Singh. It narrates the story of these characters’ dedication and service to the country, marking the first on-screen collaboration between Roshan and Padukone. The movie’s success is evident in its box office achievements, having joined the ₹150 crore club in India and surpassing the ₹300 crore mark globally.
Siddharth Anand shared his thoughts on the film, expressing the personal significance of “Fighter” to him and his wife, Mamta, as it marks the inception of their film company, MARFLIX. Anand conveyed his aspirations for the film, stating,
“It’s more than just a film for us. And we have given it all to this one. 2024 starts with the same feeling again of nervousness and anxiety. Here’s hoping that you guys give the same love to FIGHTER that you showered on PATHAAN. Happy new year guys! See at the movies!!”
This legal challenge casts a spotlight on the delicate balance between creative expression and the respectful portrayal of national symbols and institutions, igniting a conversation on the portrayal of military personnel in media and entertainment. As “Fighter” continues to captivate audiences, the industry and its observers will undoubtedly follow the developments of this controversy closely
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