‘Kalki 2898 AD’, a film starring Prabhas and directed by Nag Ashwin, has made quite a collection in its box office run. However, it hit a bump when the makers of the movie received a legal notice for hurting Hindu sentiments. Read on.
Recently released, Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD starring Prabhas, Amitabh and Deepika has landed in legal trouble. This situation surfaced after a notice was served to the filmmaking team and actors, such as the iconic Amitabh Bachchan. Former Congress leader, Acharya Pramod, initiated the course of action, alleging that the film contradicts and misrepresents religious scriptures, thereby offending the sensibilities of the Hindu community. Scroll down to find more details.
Acharya Pramod said, “India is a land of emotions, faith and devotion. The values of Santana Dharma should not be tampered with. The scriptures of Sanatana should not be altered. Lord Kalki Narayan is at the center of our faith. He is considered the final incarnation of Lord Vishnu (sic).” The Congressman further added, “This film goes against what is described in our scriptures. The film is hurting our religious sentiments. Therefore, we have noted some objections and are waiting for a response. Playing with the sentiments of Hindus has become a pastime for filmmakers. Saints are portrayed as demons. Freedom of expression does not mean that you can play with our faith (sic).”
With the help of Ujjawal Anand Sharma who is by profession the Advocate of the Supreme Court of India, Acharya Pramod issued a legal notice against Kali 2898 AD cast.
What Did The Notice Read?
The legal notice issued by Ujjawal read, “Your movie has changed the basic concept about Lord Kalki, from what has been written and explained in Hindu puranic scriptures and, for the said reasons, the portrayal and depiction of the story of Lord Kalki is wholly inaccurate and also blatantly disrespectful to these sacred texts which are central to the religious beliefs and practices of a vast number of devotees, numbering in the hundred of crores.”
The notice further read, “Such a depiction has already led to confusion and further has the propensity to irretrievably tarnish the mythology and ethos of Lord Kalki in the hearts and minds of devout Hindus, which will lead to misunderstanding, misinterpretation and subsequent erosion of the Hindu faith, thereby causing extreme distress to the faith and religious sentiments of our client, and needless to say, of the wider Hindu community at large (sic).”
About Kalki 2898 AD
Kalki 2898 AD remarkably merges science fiction with elements of Indian mythology. This cinematic delight, crafted by Nag Ashwin, boasts a star-studded cast. With Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan leading the helm, the plot thickens with Shobhana, Pasupathy, Saswata Chatterjee, Anna Ben, Disha Patani, and Brahmanandam lending power-packed performances in crucial roles. Bankrolled by Vyjayanthi Movies, a staggering budget of Rs 600 crore drives this ambitious project.
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