The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition seeking a ban on the release and streaming of actor Manoj Bajpayee’s upcoming Netflix drama “Ghooskhor Pandat.” This decision follows the producers’ assurance to change the movie’s title and removal of all related promotional material from social media.
The petitioner had raised concerns about the film’s title and content being defamatory and offensive. Social media backlash over the perceived derogatory nature of the title towards the Brahmin community had sparked controversy, leading to multiple FIRs and objections from industry bodies.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) had also voiced objections, urging OTT platforms to address the issue. They emphasized the need for responsible content creation, highlighting the potential of provocative titles to incite division and unrest in society.
Manoj Bajpayee responded to the criticism, clarifying that the film does not target any specific community but focuses on portraying a flawed character’s journey of self-realization. He emphasized his approach as an actor, centered on character portrayal and storytelling rather than making statements about communities.
