Mumbai

The release of the movie ‘Hamare Baarah’ has been permitted by the Bombay High Court after makers agreed to delete two dialogues from the film. The film hit theaters yesterday following the court’s approval. Earlier, it was reported to the court that a three-person review committee could not reach a conclusion and requested more time for their report.

Expressing dissatisfaction, the court stated that it is totally unacceptable that the committee failed to fulfill its obligation given by the court specifically in its previous order. Following this, senior advocate Rahul Narichania, representing the filmmakers, agreed to delete the two dialogues objected to by the petitioners to avoid delays.

The film stars Annu Kapoor, Manoj Joshi, and Paritosh Tripathi. A petition challenging the film’s release was filed. ‘Hamare Baarah’ is jointly produced by Birender Bhagat, Ravi S Gupta, Sanjay Nagpal, and Sheo Balak Singh, and directed by Kamal Chandra. The film, banned in Karnataka, promises to deliver a compelling narrative, shedding light on a pressing social issue.

The Karnataka government has banned the release or broadcast of the movie ‘Hamare Baarah’ in the state for two weeks or until further notice, citing the Karnataka Cinema Regulations Act 1964, sections 15(1) and 15(5). Allegations were made that the release of ‘Hamare Baarah’ would create communal tension in the state, following requests from minority organizations and delegations, and after watching the trailer. The movie, exploring the theme of overpopulation, was scheduled to release nationwide on June 7, 2024.