The Madras High Court ruled that a CBFC-certified film cannot be stopped just because a small section of society disagrees with it. The Court upheld free speech under Article 19(1)(a) and dismissed the plea seeking a ban during Tamil Nadu elections.
The Madras High Court, hearing the Jana Nayagan censor dispute, said filmmakers cannot seek relief citing a Rs 500 crore investment. The court observed the single judge directing a UA certificate failed to properly examine the Vijay-starrer’s case thoroughly.
Supreme Court has asked petitioners to approach Delhi High Court over the challenge to Udaipur Files release. The film, based on tailor Kanhaiya Lal’s murder, faces objections for allegedly vilifying Muslims.
