The Madhya Pradesh High Court has temporarily halted the release of Kangana Ranaut’s latest film, ‘Emergency,’ following concerns raised about its certification status. The court intervened after it was revealed that the film has not yet been approved by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

On Tuesday, a lawyer representing the petitioners, Advocate N.S. Ruprah, informed the court that the film, which Ranaut both directed and stars in, does not have the necessary certification to be released. The film was scheduled for release on September 6, but this release date is now in jeopardy. Ruprah explained that the petitioners, who are members of two Sikh organizations, argue that the film violates the fundamental rights of the Sikh community. They contend that the film’s portrayal of historical events could be damaging and inflammatory.

The case was heard by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Justice Vinay Saraf. During the proceedings, CBFC’s counsel confirmed that ‘Emergency’ had not yet been certified, which led the court to halt the film’s release. The court has decided to review the case further and is expected to issue a detailed order soon.

Additionally, the petitioners have demanded an unconditional apology from Kangana Ranaut. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) had previously sent a legal notice to the CBFC, alleging that the film’s trailer misrepresents historical facts related to the Sikh community and fosters social discord.

The legal action underscores the sensitivity surrounding the film’s content and its potential impact on community relations. The film’s release remains on hold as the court continues to evaluate the case and the issues raised by the petitioners.

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