Kalki 2898 AD Ignites Controversy
Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam issued a legal notice on Saturday to the producers and actors of the recently released movie “Kalki 2898 AD”. The notice targets Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, South Indian film star Prabhas, and others involved in the film.
Acharya Pramod Krishnam claims the film has hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus.
Allegations of Religious Sentiment Violation
Acharya Pramod Krishnam stressed the importance of India’s emotional and devotional landscape, as reported by ANI. “India is a land of emotions, faith, and devotion. The values of Sanatana Dharma should not be tampered with. The scriptures of Sanatana should not be altered. Lord Kalki Narayan is at the center of our faith. He is considered the final incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Much is written about the incarnation of Kalki in the Puranas; based on this, PM Modi laid the foundation stone of Shri Kalki Dham on February 19,” he said.
Kalki 2898 AD Ignites Controversy
Speaking to ANI, Acharya Pramod Krishnam stated that the film’s portrayal of religious themes was inaccurate and disrespectful. “This film goes against what is described in our scriptures. This film is hurting our religious sentiments. Therefore, we have noted some objections and are waiting for a response. Playing with the sentiments of Hindus has become a pastime for filmmakers. Saints are portrayed as demons. Freedom of expression does not mean that you can play with our faith,” he added.
The legal notice was sent by Ujjawal Anand Sharma, Advocate of the Supreme Court of India, on behalf of Acharya Pramod. The notice stated, “Your movie has changed the basic concept about Lord Kalki, from what has been written and explained in Hindu Puranic Scriptures and for the said reasons, the portrayal and depiction of the story of Lord Kalki is wholly inaccurate and also blatantly disrespectful to these sacred texts, which are central to the religious beliefs and practices of a vast number of devotees, numbering in the hundreds of crores,” as reported by ANI.