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Yami Gautam’s film “Article 370,” centered on the Jammu and Kashmir special status revocation, is banned in Gulf countries. Similar restrictions were faced by “Fighter” starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. The movie, linked to the 2019 political event, earned Rs 22.80 crore domestically. Prime Minister Modi endorsed it for educational value, and director Aditya Suhas Jambhale defended against propaganda claims (Article 370 Movie Banned in Gulf Nations).
- Yami Gautam’s most recent film, “Article 370,” a political thriller centered around the revocation of special constitutional status in Jammu and Kashmir, has encountered a ban in Gulf countries.
- Although the specific reason for the ban remains unclear, this marks the second recent release facing such a setback.
- “Fighter,” an action film starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, which debuted in January, similarly did not receive approval for screening in any Gulf nation except the United Arab Emirates.
- The film “Article 370” derives its name from the corresponding provision in the Indian Constitution, Article 370, which granted special status to the former state of Jammu and Kashmir.
- On August 5, 2019, the Narendra Modi government revoked this article and subsequently divided the state into the union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh (Article 370 Movie Banned in Gulf Nations).
- Yami Gautam takes on the lead role in the film, portraying a government-assigned agent tasked with a mission related to a significant political event. Notably, her husband, Aditya Dhar, is among the producers of the movie.
- The film, which marked director Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s debut, hit theaters on February 23 and has garnered approximately Rs 22.80 crore domestically (Article 370 Movie Banned in Gulf Nations).
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently endorsed the movie, highlighting its role in educating the audience about the subject matter (Article 370 Movie Banned in Gulf Nations).
- Released just weeks before the Lok Sabha elections, concerns about the film being perceived as “propaganda” were addressed by Jambhale. He expressed that as a filmmaker, he has the right to hold opinions on subjects.
- Jambhale also suggested that the audience is discerning enough not to be misled, stating in an interview with Outlook, “The government doesn’t need a film. You watch the film, and then we can discuss it later.”
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