As Kangana Ranaut’s controversial film Emergency releases today, January 17, heavy police personnel have been stationed outside PVR Suraj Chanda Tara Cinema in Amritsar, Punjab. The heightened security comes following strong opposition from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), which has called for a ban on the film.
The Emergency, a biographical political thriller directed and produced by Ranaut, explores the life of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the 1975-77 Emergency period. However, it has sparked protests, particularly from Sikh organizations, including SGPC and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), accusing the film of misrepresenting the Sikh community and distorting historical facts.
SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has sent a letter to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, urging for the film’s ban in the state. Dhami has labeled the film as “politically motivated” and claims it aims to defame the Sikh community.
The film’s release was initially scheduled for September 6, 2024, but it faced delays after failing to secure clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The CBFC later gave its approval following changes suggested by the board.
In response to the ongoing protests, SGPC officials have handed over memorandums to deputy commissioners across Punjab, demanding the film be banned. A memorandum was also submitted in Amritsar by a delegation led by SGPC Secretary Partap Singh.
Earlier in August 2024, the SGPC sent a legal notice to the filmmakers, asking them to remove the trailer from social media and public platforms, as well as seek an apology from the Sikh community. The notice also demanded the removal of specific scenes that were deemed objectionable.
As tensions rise, the film’s release is facing considerable opposition from the Sikh community, with the SGPC leading efforts to ensure its ban in the state.
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