The controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' has taken a fresh legal turn. A petition has now been filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, seeking immediate intervention against the alleged unauthorized public screenings of the film at various locations in Punjab and Jammu.
According to the petition, the screenings are being conducted without the necessary legal permissions despite the film's removal from the OTT platform shortly after its digital release. The petitioner has urged the High Court to direct the concerned authorities to immediately stop such screenings and take appropriate legal action against those organizing them.
The plea further alleges that these unauthorized screenings have the potential to disturb public order and spread hatred. It also seeks the registration of FIRs against the organizers responsible for conducting the alleged illegal public exhibitions of the film.
'Satluj', which was previously titled 'Punjab '95', has remained at the centre of controversy for a considerable period. The film is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and has faced multiple hurdles related to certification and release.
The controversy intensified after the movie was released on an OTT platform but was reportedly taken down within a short period. Since then, reports of community and public screenings in different locations have surfaced, further escalating the dispute.
The latest petition has brought the matter before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, where the petitioner has requested urgent directions to prevent any further unauthorized screenings. The plea argues that continuing such public exhibitions without approval could adversely affect law and order.
As of now, the High Court has not delivered any ruling on the petition. The legal proceedings are expected to determine whether any immediate restrictions or further action will be ordered regarding the alleged unauthorized screenings of the film.
The controversy surrounding Satluj continues to evolve, with the film remaining at the centre of discussions over its release, certification, and public screenings.
The controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' has taken a fresh legal turn. A petition has now been filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, seeking immediate intervention against the alleged unauthorized public screenings of the film at various locations in Punjab and Jammu.
According to the petition, the screenings are being conducted without the necessary legal permissions despite the film's removal from the OTT platform shortly after its digital release. The petitioner has urged the High Court to direct the concerned authorities to immediately stop such screenings and take appropriate legal action against those organizing them.
The plea further alleges that these unauthorized screenings have the potential to disturb public order and spread hatred. It also seeks the registration of FIRs against the organizers responsible for conducting the alleged illegal public exhibitions of the film.
'Satluj', which was previously titled 'Punjab '95', has remained at the centre of controversy for a considerable period. The film is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and has faced multiple hurdles related to certification and release.
The controversy intensified after the movie was released on an OTT platform but was reportedly taken down within a short period. Since then, reports of community and public screenings in different locations have surfaced, further escalating the dispute.
The latest petition has brought the matter before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, where the petitioner has requested urgent directions to prevent any further unauthorized screenings. The plea argues that continuing such public exhibitions without approval could adversely affect law and order.
As of now, the High Court has not delivered any ruling on the petition. The legal proceedings are expected to determine whether any immediate restrictions or further action will be ordered regarding the alleged unauthorized screenings of the film.
The controversy surrounding Satluj continues to evolve, with the film remaining at the centre of discussions over its release, certification, and public screenings.
