Punjab and Haryana HC declines PIL seeking name | Indian Movie News
The upcoming struggle epic 120 Bahadur, starring Farhan Akhtar as Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, has landed in a legal debate just days before its scheduled release. The Punjab and Haryana High Court not too long ago heard a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the movie’s name be modified to ‘120 Vir Ahir’ to better honor the Ahir troopers who fought in the historic Battle of Rezang La.
Court Questions Sensitivity Over Movie Title
During the listening to, Chief Justice Sheel Nagu addressed petitioners from Sanyukt Ahir Regiment Morcha and households of those who died in motion, expressing shock at the insistence on a name change. “Why are you so sensitive about what name should carry, whether a film should be named so and so? Bravery of soldiers will be seen in that 3 hour or 2-and-a-half hour movie,” the Chief Justice remarked, emphasizing that cinematic portrayal honors all 120 males.
Petitioners Argue for Collective Recognition
Petitioners alleged the movie singularly glorifies Major Singh, eclipsing the regimental id and collective sacrifice of 117 Ahir troopers who fought alongside him, citing constitutional considerations over equality and correct remembrance. The plea argued, “No single name or face may justly monopolize the laurels that rightfully belong to the entire brotherhood of the fallen.”
Producers and Defence Argue Film’s Integrity
Advocate Abhinav Sood, representing producers Excel Entertainment, countered that both the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) and the Defence Ministry cleared the movie. Sood confused the PIL was untimely, based solely on a three-minute trailer, and assured the court of complete acknowledgment within the movie’s credit and narrative.
The Union authorities assured the court that representations against the release are under consideration and will probably be determined within two days. In response, the High Court disposed of the petition, granting liberty to revisit the matter if additional grievances come up after the release.
120 Bahadur dramatizes the notorious 1962 Indo-China battle at Rezang La, fought by Charlie Company—a unit comprised predominantly of Ahir troopers under Major Singh’s command. The movie’s release is set for November 21 and guarantees to showcase acts of heroism, endurance, and camaraderie at altitudes of 18,000 toes and subzero temperatures.
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