The Karnataka High Court questioned Darshan Srinivas’s claim that the Kannada film BOSS could affect the fairness of his Renukaswamy murder trial. Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur observed that the concern should be possible impact on witnesses and proceedings, not whether judges could be influenced.
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh offered an unconditional apology before Karnataka High Court over his remarks portrayal of deity Chamundi Devi in Kantara, with Senior Advocate Sajan Poovayya stating he will file an affidavit and visit Chamundi temple in Mysore.
Producers of 120 Bahadur told the Delhi High Court they will name all 120 Rezang La soldiers in the film’s end credits and OTT release. The Court refused to rename the film but accepted the tribute assurance and disposed of the PIL.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has reserved its order on a plea by Shah Bano’s daughter seeking a stay on the release of Haq, a film inspired by the 1985 landmark case. The family alleges the movie distorts facts and was made without their consent.
Justice V.G. Arun privately viewed Haal, starring Shane Nigam, as its makers challenge the CBFC’s demand to cut key scenes. The film faces objections from the Catholic Congress over alleged religious depictions.
Delhi High Court allows the release of Udaipur Files despite a plea by accused Mohammed Javed. Court held no irreparable harm would be caused and upheld artistic freedom.
Bombay High Court slammed CBFC for refusing to certify the film Ajey without even watching it. The Court said rejection must follow proper legal process, not assumptions.
Today, On 1st August, Udaipur Files row reached Delhi High Court, which questioned the Centre’s authority under the Cinematograph Act. “What made you suggest cuts?” the Chief Justice asked, slamming post-certification interference despite CBFC’s expert scrutiny and legal process.
Today, On 24th July, Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Centre’s approval of the film, alleging it promotes communal hatred and portrays Indian Muslims to terrorists.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on Tuesday filed by an accused in the murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal, who was killed by two Muslim men, challenging the release of the film ‘Udaipur Files’.
