How was ‘Khalid Ka Shivaji' sent to Cannes Film Festival, asks Maharashtra cultural minister Shelar
It was Shelar himself who had announced in April that four Marathi movies, including 'Khalid ka Shivaji' have been selected by a panel of experts appointed by the Maharashtra Film, Theatre and Cultural Development Corporation for Cannes Film Festival to be held in France from May 14 to 22. "It is a matter of recognition that 'Sthal', 'Snow Flower' and 'Khalid Ka Shivaji' have been officially selected, while 'Juna Furniture' has received a special screening slot," he had said.
On 'Khalid Ka Shivaji', he had then said, "The film highlights the thoughts of young minds and their quest for identity in today's society."
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However, on Thursday, Shelar said that Maharashtra govt stands with
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
's followers and history scholars, and will not allow public sentiments to be hurt and history to be distorted. "State has requested the Centre to cancel the film's censor certificate and stop its screening. Accordingly, the central agencies have immediately issued notices to the producer and directors," he said.
Directed by Raj More, 'Khalid Ka Shivaji' is a film about a Muslim boy who learns about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj through life experiences. The movie was slated for release on Aug 8.
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