Archive · 7 Aug 2025
Madras HC Intervenes in 'Kingdom' Controversy; Makers Deny Apology
The movie 'Kingdom' is causing some trouble.
Some people are protesting because they think it shows a group of people in a bad way.
These protesters are led by the Naam Tamilar Party, and they've been causing disruptions.
The Madras High Court is now involved, asking for explanations from both the police and the protesters.
A letter that looked like an apology from the movie's makers went around, but they said it wasn't real.
The court said that while people can protest, they need to be peaceful and that the film, if approved by the censor board, cannot be blocked.
Madras High Court intervened in the controversy surrounding the film 'Kingdom' following protests.
Naam Tamilar Party led protests, alleging the film misrepresented Tamil Eelam people.
The court is seeking responses from the police and protesters.
The film's production house, Sithara Entertainments, denied issuing a viral apology letter.
The court emphasized that while protests are allowed, they must be non-violent.
- Who
- Madras High Court, Naam Tamilar Party, film's production house (Sithara Entertainments), police.
- What
- Escalating controversy surrounding the film 'Kingdom' and related protests and legal actions.
- When
- Following the release of the film.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court.
- Why
- Due to protests alleging misrepresentation of Tamil Eelam people in the film.
Court/Filmmakers
Protestors
Protest Limitations
Court/Filmmakers
Protests are allowed, but must be non-violent.
Protestors
The film misrepresents Tamil Eelam people, therefore it should be blocked.
Film approval vs public offense
Court/Filmmakers
A film approved by the censor board cannot be blocked
Protestors
Film portrayals may lead to offenses
- Film Title
- 'Kingdom'
- Production House
- Sithara Entertainments
- Court Involved
- Madras High Court
- Protesting Group
- Naam Tamilar Party
Sources
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'Story Is Entirely Fictional': Vijay Deverakonda's Kingdom Makers APOLOGISE To Eelam Tamils For After Protests, Ban Calls In Tamil Nadu
Actor Vijay Deverakonda’s ‘Kingdom’ Faces Protest By Activists; Did The Film Insult Tamilians?
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