Gujarat High Court Clears Junaid Khan's Debut Film 'Maharaj'

The Gujarat High Court has lifted the interim stay on the release of 'Maharaj,' the debut film of Aamir Khan's son Junaid. The court noted that the film does not derogate the Pushtimarg sect, as claimed by petitioners, and has been certified by CBFC.

In a significant decision, the Gujarat High Court on Friday lifted the interim stay on the release of 'Maharaj,' marking the debut of Bollywood star Aamir Khan's son Junaid. The court observed there was no derogatory content targeting the Pushtimarg sect as alleged.

The film is set against the backdrop of an 1862 libel case involving the renowned Vaishnavite religious leader and social reformer Karsandas Mulji. Concerns were raised by members of the Pushtimarg sect, prompting a petition against its release on the Netflix platform, citing hurt religious sentiments.

Justice Sangeeta Vishen, who had initially granted an interim stay on June 13, stated in her latest order that the film has received certification from the CBFC and does not specifically target the religious group. The ruling paves the way for the film's much-anticipated release.

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