In a surprising move, Saudi Arabia has announced the banning of two much-anticipated Bollywood films. Ajay Devgn’s action-thriller Singham Again, and Kartik Aaryan’s horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Both the movies are released on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. Both of them are equally going to face a massive clash at the box-office. Though both the films will be enjoyed globally, but the Saudi Arabian government has banned both the movies. The decision has sent ripples through the Indian film industry, thus raising questions about censorship. Read More: Varun Dhawan Unleashes […]
Singham Again And Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Banned In Saudi Arabia
In a surprising move, Saudi Arabia has announced the banning of two much-anticipated Bollywood films. Ajay Devgn’s action-thriller Singham Again, and Kartik Aaryan’s horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Both the movies are released on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. Both of them are equally going to face a massive clash at the box-office. Though both the films will be enjoyed globally, but the Saudi Arabian government has banned both the movies. The decision has sent ripples through the Indian film industry, thus raising questions about censorship.
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As per several reports and sources the censor board in the Middle-Eastern country is strict regarding the depiction of religiously sensitive material and sexual themes. The Saudi ban on these films is not unprecedented. The film censor board of Saudi Arabia is strict when it comes to their guidelines. It has often banned those films that do not adhere to their guidelines.
The nation has a history of restricting content that it deems inappropriate or offensive. Especially the country bans those films which contains religiously sensitive or sexually explicit content. All those films are banned which do not match the themes as per their country’s guideline. The country also bans those films which go against the local customs. Though at times some films are modified, to meet with the guidelines. While some of them completely get banned.
Singham Again, is the third instalment in the popular Singham franchise. The film features intense action sequences and police confrontations. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 delves into the realm of horror-comedy, a genre that often includes ghostly apparitions and folklore. As per the reports, it is said that due to the major issue of “religious conflict” Singham Again is banned. Whereas Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is banned because the board objected to “homosexual references.” Though both the films got a successful release in rest of UAE.
Ajay Devgn and Kartik Aaryan, both are the prominent figures in the Indian film industry. Both the actors have successfully built substantial followings in the Middle East, where Bollywood films enjoy a loyal fan base. The prohibition of their latest projects could have financial implications, as both films were anticipated to perform well at the box office in the region. The bans on Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 may serve as a wake-up call for filmmakers to consider the cultural sensitivities of specific regions.
With a growing interest in Bollywood films industry globally. It is essential for the industry to engage with its audiences constructively. This will help in fostering a deeper understanding of the cultural narratives that resonate across borders.
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Singham Again is the third sequel of the cop franchise featuring Ajay Devgan in a significant role. The film is based around the theme of Ramayan. Apart from Ajay Devgan the power-packed stars of the film consists Kareena Kapoors, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Jackie Shroff and Ravi Kishan. Whereas, as per reports there is a special cameo of Salman Khan as well.
Whereas Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is the third installment in the horror-comedy franchise. Apart from Kartik Aaryan and Triptii Dimri, the movie also features Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, Rajpal Yadav, Vijay Raaz and others in pivotal characters. The horror-comedy genre is about Rooh Baba essayed by Kartik Aaaryan who gets in the mission to find who real Monjulika is.
