Bombay High Court Clears Release of Annu Kapoor Starrer “Hamare Baarah”

The much-anticipated release of the film “Hamare Baarah,” starring Annu Kapoor, has finally been cleared by the Bombay High Court after facing a significant setback. The court granted clearance for the film’s release on Friday, following a stay order that was placed due to two contentious dialogues that were deemed as an incorrect depiction and distorted interpretation of the Quran.

The film, which explores the issue of overpopulation, had faced objections from Muslim organizations in Karnataka, leading to a temporary ban on its screening in the state. However, the producers of the film agreed to remove the controversial dialogues, paving the way for its release.

During the hearing, the Bombay High Court bench expressed concern over the potential harm and prejudice that would be caused by prohibiting the film’s release. The court emphasized the importance of allowing the film to proceed with its intended release to prevent any undue disadvantage faced by the creators and stakeholders involved in the production.

The petition challenging the film’s certification, filed by Azhar Basha Tamboli, raised concerns about the portrayal of Islamic faith and married Muslim women in India in the movie. The court initially issued a stay order on the film’s release but later directed the CBFC to review the film and form a panel to provide an independent opinion.

In response to the petition and the stay order, the producers agreed to delete the contentious dialogues, ensuring the film’s release without prejudice to their rights and contentions. With the clearance from the Bombay High Court, fans can now look forward to watching “Hamare Baarah” on the big screen.