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Jaat Filmmakers Apologize and Remove Scene After FIR Over Religious Offense

The Christian community's backlash against a church scene in the film led to legal action, an apology, and the excision of the controversial sequence.

Bollywood actors Sunny Deol, Vineet Kumar Singh and Randeep Hooda pose during a launch event of the movie ‘Jaat’. (HT File)
Sunny Deol's Jaat released in theatres on April 10. It also stars Randeep Hooda.
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Overview

  • An FIR under Section 299 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was filed by Jalandhar police against Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, and the film's creators for allegedly offending Christian sentiments.
  • The controversy centers on a scene depicting Randeep Hooda's character under a crucifix in a church, which community leaders claimed was disrespectful and provocative.
  • Protestors demanded a ban on the film and issued a 48-hour ultimatum, citing the timing of its release during Good Friday and Easter as deliberate provocation.
  • The filmmakers issued a formal apology and promptly removed the contentious scene, stating their intent was not to hurt religious beliefs.
  • While the investigation is ongoing with no arrests made, the producers have announced a sequel, Jaat 2, despite the ongoing backlash.