Controversial Film 'Emergency' Faces Legal Hurdles

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has sent a legal notice to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to halt the release of Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency'. They argue that the film misrepresents the Sikh community, incites communal tensions, and spreads misinformation, hence demanding revocation of its certification.

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has issued a legal notice to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to stop the release of Kangana Ranaut's upcoming film 'Emergency'.

The party claims that the film's trailer contains erroneous historical facts, which misrepresent the Sikh community and promote social discord.

SAD demands an immediate revocation of the film's certification, claiming it incites communal tensions and spreads misinformation. Advocate Manjeet Singh Chugh emphasized the need to differentiate between freedom of speech and content that threatens societal harmony.

(With inputs from agencies.)