2 weeks ago
Supreme Court clears Mahaprabhu Jagannath for August 28 release
There is a new animated movie about Lord Jagannath, called Mahaprabhu Jagannath.
It was made to teach children about devotion and cultural values.
Before the movie could come out, a court stopped it from being shown.
Someone had asked the court to check the movie's content first.
This made the movie team sad, because hundreds of cinemas were waiting for it.
The movie makers went to the Supreme Court of India, which is the highest court in the country.
The Supreme Court said the movie could be shown everywhere.
So now, the movie will come out in India on August 28.
Big movie company Cinepolis will show it in theaters.
The movie is special because it is the first animated feature film from the state of Odisha.
Animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath will release in India on August 28 after the Supreme Court cleared its nationwide release.
The Orissa High Court had earlier stayed the film's July 17 premiere following a PIL seeking judicial review of its content.
The Supreme Court's clearance cited the film's CBFC 'U' certification and the financial strain on over 300 booked theatres.
Mahaprabhu Jagannath is Odisha's first animated feature film and an extension of the hit series Jay Jagannath, which has over 100 crore YouTube views.
Producer Durga Prasad Dalai of Ele Animations thanked the court, and distributor Cinepolis will release the film pan-India.
- Who
- The animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath,' produced by Durga Prasad Dalai of Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd. and distributed by Cinepolis.
- What
- The Supreme Court cleared the nationwide release of the animated film after a legal battle over its content.
- Where
- Pan-India release in India; the case moved from the Orissa High Court to the Supreme Court.
- When
- The film will release on August 28; it was originally scheduled to premiere on July 17.
- Why
- A PIL sought judicial review of the film's content, while the producers argued the CBFC 'U' certification and financial strain on over 300 booked theatres warranted release.
Petitioners
Filmmakers
Content review of the film
Petitioners
The PIL sought judicial review of the film's content before release, arguing a court should examine what would be shown to audiences.
Filmmakers
The producers argued the film holds a CBFC 'U' certification and was made with devotion, love, and respect for culture, so artistic freedom should be upheld.
Impact of the release delay
Petitioners
The interim stay protected the public from content that had not yet received judicial review.
Filmmakers
The stay caused financial strain on over 300 booked theatres and unnecessarily delayed a nationwide release already certified for all audiences.
Key facts
- Release date
- August 28
- Originally premiering
- July 17
- Production company
- Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd.
- Producer
- Durga Prasad Dalai
- Distributor
- Cinepolis
- CBFC certification
- U
- Distinction
- Odisha's first animated feature film
- Related series
- Jay Jagannath (over 100 crore YouTube views)
Quotes
Durga Prasad Dalai
Founder of Ele Animations and Producer of the film
“We created Mahaprabhu Jagannath with utmost devotion, love, and respect for our culture. We are immensely grateful to the Supreme Court for upholding artistic freedom while honoring faith. Our goal has always been to bring the grace and devotion of Lord Jagannath to children and families across the globe through the medium of cinema and Animation, we cannot wait for audiences to experience this labor of love made with pure intentions and decide for themselves”
wionews.com
Sources
Related news
Puri Seer Demands Ban on Mahaprabhu Jagannath Animation
Amit Jani Challenges Kala Hiran Teaser Takedown in Supreme Court
Supreme Court Closes Kerala Story Cases, Leaves Certification Questions Open
Madras High Court Grants Anti-Piracy Injunction for Batwara 1947
Prashant Varma’s Maha Kali Joins 2027 Pongal Race
Kala Hiran Teaser Dispute Reaches Supreme Court Over Personality Rights
Thai Film Festival Showcases Thailand Through Seven Diverse Films
Cinemas Expand Sports and Events as Movie Revenues Face Pressure
Yash’s Toxic Sells 30,000 Tickets In Six Hours
Hanuman Ansh: Spiritual Drama Reflects Neeb Karori Baba's Teachings
