Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film ‘Emergency’ is facing mounting opposition before its release, with the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) vowing to prevent its screening in Punjab. The biopic, which delves into the life of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has drawn the ire of the SGPC, which has passed a resolution demanding a ban on the film, citing its portrayal of the Sikh community and historical inaccuracies.
The SGPC, a prominent Sikh religious body, alleges that the film misrepresents the community and presents a distorted view of historical events. The Committee’s chief, Harjinder Singh Dhami, has expressed strong objections, stating, “Besides defaming the Sikhs, Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale has been shown in a bad light in the movie, which the community cannot tolerate.” He further added, “This film has been made with the spirit of spewing poison and spreading hatred against the community under the anti-Sikh agenda. We won’t allow it to be screened in Punjab.”
‘Emergency’ has already faced scrutiny from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which imposed significant censorship by issuing a U/A certification and demanding 13 changes to the film. The film’s release is now facing a double hurdle, with the CBFC’s demands and the SGPC’s call for a ban. It remains to be seen how the film’s producers will navigate these challenges and whether ‘Emergency’ will be able to see the light of day in Punjab.
