Mumbai: The biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, starring Vivek Oberoi, has received a certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), ending days of uncertainty over its release.
The film, titled "PM Narendra Modi" and directed by Omung Kumar, has been criticised by the opposition parties, who claim that the biopic could give undue advantage to the BJP in the polls as it will arrive in theatres before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court had dismissed a petition filed by a Congress activist seeking stay on the film's release, saying the Election Commission would be an "appropriate" place to seek the redressal.
The CBFC issued a 'Universal' certificate to the film ahead of its release on April 11, the same day when the seven-phase polls begin.
"We are very happy that we got the 'U' certificate from the Censor Board, and finally the film will be releasing on April 11. We are also very relieved that the Supreme Court has rejected the plea... It is clear now from everywhere," producer Sandeep Singh said in a statement.
"I hope no political parties across India has any problem, because the Election Commission, the CBFC, and all the courts have cleared all the pleas, and our film is ready for release. We are grateful to each and everyone who have prayed for us," he added.
Producer Anand Pandit said "justice has been served" as the film has cleared its "final hurdle" towards getting released in theatres.
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Hubballi : Union Minister Prahlad Joshi, speaking in Hubballi on Thursday, said that the Dingaleshwar Swamiji and Shirahatti Peetha have always given him their blessings. Joshi expressed his willingness to apologize to Swamiji in case of any misunderstanding.
He highlighted his respect and devotion towards Dingaleshwar Swamiji and mentioned that since becoming a member of the Lok Sabha, seven out of eight tickets to assembly constituencies in his constituency have been given to Lingayats. He further said that we have given opportunity to all communities.
Joshi also mentioned the joint efforts of BJP and JDS leaders and workers in fighting elections together. “We will meet voters in large numbers across the constituency. BJP will win with a huge majority,” he added. He also expressed confidence in BJP winning all seats in the state in the upcoming Lok Sabha election.