Delhi HC Halts “Udaipur Files” Release, Orders Govt Review
The Delhi High Court on Thursday, July 10, 2025, issued a stay order on the release of the controversial film, “Udaipur Files”. The decision follows a petition arguing the movie’s content could provoke communal tensions.
The court’s order directs the Central Government to re-examine the film’s certification. This review must be completed within a week, the court stipulated.
The film is based on the brutal murder of Kanhaiya Lal in Udaipur in 2022, a case that sparked widespread outrage and concerns about communal harmony.
The High Court’s intervention highlights the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the need to maintain public order. The government’s decision in the coming days will be crucial in determining the film’s fate and its potential impact on the nation’s social fabric.
