It's interesting to see how Jimmy Shergill-Ashutosh Rana starrer Shorgul that releases in theaters on 24th of June is turning out to be quite the Nostradamus of political dramas with a new twist of real time national news finding its reference in the film.
In a recent development, the District Magistrate has declined screening of Shorgul in all theatres across Muzzafarnagar as the film touches upon very sensitive issue and will lead to communal riots.
Vyas Verma, Producer, Shorgul, “We have repeatedly stated the fact that Shorgul is not a depiction of any specific incident or occurrence, but a reflection of what happens in our society, bringing out issues that concern the nation. Uttar Pradesh is just the backdrop. However this news is extremely unfortunate and sad, we want to question these authorities on why they are particularly stopping the film in Muzaffarnagar. Are they afraid of anything in particular? Don’t the people of Muzaffarnagar have the right to see what happening in our country! Every citizen has the right to watch this film as the film raises the voice of the common man.”
Recently a scene from the film showcased Narendra Jha who’s on-screen character, Alam Khan is inspired by political leader Azam Khan, delivering a hefty speech making a direct reference to Kairana. Watch it here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlwfA0_9q5s
Since the release of the film’s trailer, political leader, Sangeet Som got a bit jittery and instructed a ban on Shorgul with a PIL being filed against the makers for negative portrayal of his character by Jimmy Shergeill who plays Ranjit Om in the film. Scenes from the film depict a Sangeet Som who was also associated with Muzzafarnagar Riots marching into Kairana announcing the Nirbhay Yatra and creating another Muzzafarnagar situation in Kairana. Watch how Jimmy’s character in the film insists on going to the affected areas, while the administration tries to stop him in the similar manner as Sangeet Soam - https://youtu.be/GTwiEzqHH4Y and https://youtu.be/2XPWygNpC5U
Aman Singh, Co-Producer, Shorgul, states, “We had done an extensive research on the past communal incidents of our country before going to shoot for Shorgul and will be the first film that dares to highlight the political manipulation of our religious sentiments. What’s happening in Kairana is really sad, but we all know that this is not for the first time. Kairana has been suffering from a poor state of law and order but vested interests of politicians have been using it to create communal disharmony. Yes our film definitely touches upon various controversial political controversies but it is no way a biopic but more like a need of the hour. We don't wish to defame any political party but we definitely want to highlight various subjects and ensure that audiences go back home with questions and a possible resolve towards a more logical India. "
A 24 FPS Films Production, Shorgul has been on the radar of various political parties and on the hitlist of the Censor Board with the film already touching upon issues like Muzzafarnagar Riots, Babri Masjid and Godhra riots and now Kairana. The Censor Board had also requested the makers to mute the words Godhra and Gau Ganga from the film which was complied with. Interestingly most of the scenes in the film have been shot during real time political rallies and proceedings and there were instances when the makers were threatened by various social groups thinking that they were instigating riots in the city without realizing a film was being shot.
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