Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Allows Film Release After Rath Yatra
The Supreme Court of India has allowed the release of an animated film called 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' on or after July 28, 2026.
This decision comes after the Rath Yatra, a significant religious event, ends on July 27.
Earlier, the Orissa High Court had temporarily banned the film's release because some devotees were upset, saying the film did not correctly show certain historical facts about Lord Jagannath.
The film's producers argued that they had already spent a lot of money and the film had been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification.
The Supreme Court decided to allow the release after the Rath Yatra to respect the ongoing religious rituals.
The Supreme Court allowed the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' on or after July 28, 2026.
The Orissa High Court had initially banned the film's release in about 300 theatres on July 17 due to objections from devotees.
The film's producers argued that the film had been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification and significant investments had been made.
The Solicitor-General supported the high court's order, while the Supreme Court noted the film's clearance and its previous exhibition as a television series.
The Supreme Court's decision was influenced by the ongoing Rath Yatra, a significant religious event, which concludes on July 27.
- Who
- Supreme Court of India
- What
- Allowed the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath'
- When
- On or after July 28, 2026
- Where
- Across approximately 300 theatres in India
- Why
- After the conclusion of the Rath Yatra and following objections by devotees
- Film Title
- Mahaprabhu Jagannath
- Producer
- Ele Animations Pvt Ltd
- Release Date
- On or after July 28, 2026
- Rath Yatra Duration
- July 17 to 27, 2026
- High Court's Interim Order
- Barred film release in 300 theatres on July 17
- CBFC Status
- Film cleared by Central Board of Film Certification
- Opposition
- Devotees alleged incorrect portrayal of historical facts