In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court of India halted the scheduled June 14 premiere of the motion picture “Hamare Baarah,” citing concerns over the trailer’s offensive nature.

A judicial panel led by Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta acknowledged allegations of the film’s derogatory portrayal of the Islamic faith and married Muslim women. Legal representative Fauzia Shakil appeared on behalf of petitioner Azhar Basha Tamboli before the apex court.

Upon reviewing the morning screening of the movie’s trailer, the panel noted the persistent presence of offensive dialogue therein, prompting the suspension of the film’s release.

Shakil argued that the High Court’s decision to lift the stay on the movie’s release lacked justification. She contended that directing the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to establish a committee was beyond the High Court’s purview, given the CBFC’s vested interest in the litigation. Following Shakil’s assertions, the apex court halted the movie’s screening until the Bombay High Court adjudicates on the matter and urged the High Court to expedite its ruling.

Furthermore, the Supreme Court specified that all objections, including the directive to the CBFC regarding committee selection, remain open for discussion before the High Court. Notably, the film, originally slated for release on June 14, has already faced a ban in Karnataka.