BJP leader says 'Won't let 'Pathaan' release in Bihar'

BJP leader Hari Bhushan Thakur Bachaul has threatened to stall the release of the Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone-starter film 'Pathaan' in Bihar.

The controversy around 'Pathaan' was triggered after Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra objected to a song from the film titled 'Besharam Rang', claiming that it hurt the religious sentiments of the Hindu community. Mishra said the way the colors saffron and green have been used in the costumes used in the song is objectionable.

"The sun is of saffron color and the color of fire is also saffron. It is a symbol of sacrifice. The film's makers have described saffron as a 'Besharam' (shameless) color, which is extremely unfortunate and objectionable. The short dress of the heroine is a show of vulgarity. This is the reason why the majority of the countrymen are demanding to boycott the film," he said.

"We will not allow the movie to be released in theatres in Bihar. The BJP workers will protest at all the cinema halls," he said.

Reacting to Bachaul's remarks, JD-U leader Upendra Kushwaha said: "No political party has the copyright of any particular color. The BJP is unnecessarily creating controversy."

'Pathaan' is set to hit the screens on January 25, 2023. (KB/IANS)