‘Total dictatorship…': Vivek Agnihotri alleges as Bengal Files trailer launch is halted; Kolkata Police arrives on scene
'There is a word in English called 'dictator', and they are the most cowardly people in the world. When I announced The Bengal Files, the Chief Minister said on record that some people are making The Bengal Files and that it is propaganda, and that she will not allow it here. I think that there are two Constitutions in India, one for the country and one for West Bengal, but this is illegal, and I will fight against it,' Vivek Agnihotri said while talking to PTI.
Actor Pallavi Joshi also alleged that the trailer launch was not allowed.
Reportedly, 'The Bengal Files' movie's trailer was screened without the permission of Kolkata Municipal Corporation.
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