Supreme Court Directs Hearing on Controversial Film 'Udaipur Files'

The Supreme Court instructed the Delhi High Court to hear appeals on July 28 challenging the Centre's approval for the release of the film 'Udaipur Files - Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder.'

Filmmakers accepted six censor cuts after the high court temporarily halted the release based on a plea claiming the film targets a specific community. The top court found the filmmakers' appeal moot but noted the issue warrants further examination.

Udaipur-based tailor Kanhaiya Lal's murder sparked the film's controversy, with the accused having claimed it was retaliation for his social media post. The case, under NIA investigation, involves serious charges under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act.

(With inputs from agencies.)