Ban on Indian propaganda films in Gulf countries citing misrepresentation

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Staff Reporter

2 years ago

Restrictions have been imposed by Gulf nations on Indian propaganda films, especially those that misrepresent the Kashmiri war and promote anti-Muslim sentiments.

The choice was made in the context of mounting worries about how delicate political subjects are portrayed in Bollywood films and how skewed storylines are used. The Indian film “Article 370” has been banned from being shown in Gulf theaters because of its propagandistic content.

International criticism has been leveled at the film for its distortion of historical events and portrayal of the ground reality in Kashmir. The video seeks to defend the Modi government’s unilateral withdrawal of Article 370 in August 2019. Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Bollywood movies have been censored in Gulf nations. Prior to this, movies such as “The Kashmir Files” were prohibited for endorsing a biased viewpoint.

The prohibition on “Article 370” demonstrates the Gulf countries’ determination to oppose the radical beliefs of India, which are notably noticeable in the way the Modi government has treated Muslims, particularly those in Kashmir.

Since Modi came to power in 2014, Bollywood has been used more and more to further anti-Muslim sentiments. During his term, over 40 such films have been released, the most of which center on the Kashmiri issue.

These cinematic tales not only support prejudice and violence against Muslims in India and other countries, but they also reinforce stereotypes.

Staff Reporter