The makers of the biopic 'PM Narendra Modi' on Saturday sought clarifications from the Election Commission on its <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/modi-biopic-is-a-hagiography-which-gives-him-cult-status-will-tilt-electoral-balance-election-commission-to-supreme-court-213385">decision to stay&nbsp;the release of the movie</a>.&nbsp;

In a letter to the EC, the makers of the movie stated, "We seek clarification in this regard from your office as we intend to promote film in areas which are no more affected by MCC after the end of polling on 29.4.19".

The Election Commission had earlier this week stated that 'PM Narendra Modi' - a biopic made on the Indian Prime Minister- should be released after May 19 which is when the general elections get over.&nbsp;

The biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a "hagiography", which treats the subject with undue reverence, and its public screening during poll campaign will "tilt the electoral balance", the Election Commission (EC) told the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/modi-biopic-supreme-court-refuses-to-intervene-in-elections-commission-report-on-stay-on-release-213612">Supreme Court</a> while opposing the release of the movie starring Vivek Oberoi.&nbsp;

In its 20-page report submitted to the apex court bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi on the film titled 'PM Narendra Modi', the poll panel said that the biopic "produces a political environment where an individual acquired cult status" and its public screening during the period when model code of conduct is in operation would favour a particular political party.

The EC said "there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers."

It said that the biopic was more than a biography and was a "hagiography" (which treats the subject as saints and gives undue reverence) and the construct of the movie was "unabashedly uni-dimensional", which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes.

(With inputs from agencies)

The makers of the biopic 'PM Narendra Modi' on Saturday sought clarifications from the Election Commission on its decision to stay the release of the movie. In a letter to the EC, the makers of the movie stated, "We seek clarification in this regard from your office as we intend to promote film in areas which are no more affected by MCC after the end of polling on 29.

The makers of the biopic 'PM Narendra Modi' on Saturday sought clarifications from the Election Commission on its decision to stay the release of the movie. In a letter to the EC, the makers of the movie stated, "We seek clarification in this regard from your office as we intend to promote film in areas which are no more affected by MCC after the end of polling on 29.4.19". The Election Commission had earlier this week stated that 'PM Narendra Modi' - a biopic made on the Indian Prime Minister- should be released after May 19 which is when the general elections get over. The biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a "hagiography", which treats the subject with undue reverence, and its public screening during poll campaign will "tilt the electoral balance", the Election Commission (EC) told the Supreme Court while opposing the release of the movie starring Vivek Oberoi. In its 20-page report submitted to the apex court bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi on the film titled 'PM Narendra Modi', the poll panel said that the biopic "produces a political environment where an individual acquired cult status" and its public screening during the period when model code of conduct is in operation would favour a particular political party. The EC said "there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers." It said that the biopic was more than a biography and was a "hagiography" (which treats the subject as saints and gives undue reverence) and the construct of the movie was "unabashedly uni-dimensional", which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes. (With inputs from agencies)

Makers of Modi biopic seek Election Commission's clarification on stay of film's release

Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with the Election Commission's report opposing the release of ‘PM Narendra Modi’ before the general election polls that end on May 19.&nbsp;

In its report, EC told the Supreme Court that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/modi-biopic-is-a-hagiography-which-gives-him-cult-status-will-tilt-electoral-balance-election-commission-to-supreme-court-213385">biopic is a “hagiography"</a>, which treats the subject with undue reverence, and its public screening during the poll campaign will "tilt the electoral balance".

They submitted a 20-page report to the apex court bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi.&nbsp;

The report added that it "produces a political environment where an individual acquired cult status" and its public screening during the period when the model code of conduct is in operation would favour a particular political party.&nbsp;

The EC said "there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers."

It said that the biopic was more than a biography and was a "hagiography" (which treats the subject as saints and gives undue reverence) and the construct of the movie was "unabashedly uni-dimensional", which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes.

The report was submitted after the apex court had on April 15 directed the EC to re-examine its earlier order and take an informed decision on banning pan-India the release of the biopic after watching the full movie.&nbsp;

The court had asked the poll panel to provide its report to the producer of the movie.

"The committee is of the considered view that the public screening of the movie 'PM Narendra Modi' during the period of model code of conduct will tilt the electoral balance of the particular political party, therefore, the public screening of the movie 'PM Narendra Modi' should not be allowed till the last date of poll on May 19 in the ongoing elections.”&nbsp;

The report further said, "Eulogising of the character Narendra Modi is very clear right through the movie. More than a biography, it is a hagiography. The construct of this 135-minute movie is unabashedly uni-dimensional, which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through the use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes. It ends up eulogising an individual, giving him a saintly status".

The biopic stars Vivek Oberoi as the sitting PM.&nbsp;

Earlier, the Supreme Court had dismissed a petition filed by Congress leader Aman Panwar for a stay on the release of the biopic, saying the Election Commission would be an "appropriate" place to seek the redressal.&nbsp; 
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Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with the Election Commission's report opposing the release of ‘PM Narendra Modi’ before the general election polls that end on May 19.

Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with the Election Commission's report opposing the release of ‘PM Narendra Modi’ before the general election polls that end on May 19. In its report, EC told the Supreme Court that the biopic is a “hagiography", which treats the subject with undue reverence, and its public screening during the poll campaign will "tilt the electoral balance". They submitted a 20-page report to the apex court bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi. The report added that it "produces a political environment where an individual acquired cult status" and its public screening during the period when the model code of conduct is in operation would favour a particular political party. The EC said "there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers." It said that the biopic was more than a biography and was a "hagiography" (which treats the subject as saints and gives undue reverence) and the construct of the movie was "unabashedly uni-dimensional", which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes. The report was submitted after the apex court had on April 15 directed the EC to re-examine its earlier order and take an informed decision on banning pan-India the release of the biopic after watching the full movie. The court had asked the poll panel to provide its report to the producer of the movie. "The committee is of the considered view that the public screening of the movie 'PM Narendra Modi' during the period of model code of conduct will tilt the electoral balance of the particular political party, therefore, the public screening of the movie 'PM Narendra Modi' should not be allowed till the last date of poll on May 19 in the ongoing elections.” The report further said, "Eulogising of the character Narendra Modi is very clear right through the movie. More than a biography, it is a hagiography. The construct of this 135-minute movie is unabashedly uni-dimensional, which puts an individual on a higher pedestal through the use of specific symbols, slogans and scenes. It ends up eulogising an individual, giving him a saintly status". The biopic stars Vivek Oberoi as the sitting PM. Earlier, the Supreme Court had dismissed a petition filed by Congress leader Aman Panwar for a stay on the release of the biopic, saying the Election Commission would be an "appropriate" place to seek the redressal.

Modi biopic: Supreme Court refuses to intervene in Election's Commission report on stay on release

Unfazed by the controversy enveloping his film, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/pm-narendra-modi-biopic-supreme-court-declines-urgent-hearing-in-stopping-release-of-film-case-208093">'PM Narendra Modi'</a>, actor Vivek Oberoi on Saturday&nbsp;said that the delay caused by "strong opponents" will not be able to deter his will.

The actor told ANI, "Even though are date has been delayed, but we are undeterred. There are powerful people who are standing against us including many renowned lawyers of the Supreme Court. But we are certain that they can delay us, but cannot deter us."

The film has come under a cloud with Opposition parties claiming that its release was planned for April 5 with the intention of influencing voters in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections.

Various political parties also stated that releasing the film in less than a week before the Lok Sabha&nbsp;elections is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

Several political leaders had requested to delay the release of the biopic.

Oberoi, who is playing the lead role in the film also took the opportunity to thank the judiciary for its support and added, "I would like to thank the Indian judiciary for giving us justice. On Monday we are being taken to the Supreme Court. We are hopeful that we will get blessings and support from there as well."

The biopic on the incumbent Prime Minister got a new release date yesterday. The film will now hit the theatres on April 11.

He also thanked the people of the nation for their love and support, and said, "We would like to thank you (people) for your blessings and support as that it is our strength at this time. With a lot of efforts, we made a film on Narendra Modi which we wanted to release and share with you all on April 5. But some people surrounded us with so many problems that we could not come on April 5, but now with your blessings and efforts, we are trying to come on April 11. "

The film depicts the journey of Prime Minister Modi from his humble beginnings to his years as a Chief Minister and finally his landmark election as the Prime Minister of the country.

Vivek plays the titular role of Prime Minister Modi in the biopic and will be seen essaying as many as nine different looks. This is the first time that the 42-year-old actor will be seen playing a real-life character in the upcoming drama.

Apart from Vivek, the film also stars Boman Irani, Darshan Kumaar, Zarina Wahab, Manoj Joshi, Prashant Narayanan, Barkha Bisht Sengupta, Akshat R Saluja, Anjan Shrivastav, Rajendra Gupta and Yatin Karyekar in pivotal roles.

The Lok Sabha election is scheduled to be held in seven phases beginning April 11 and concluding on May 19. The counting of votes will take place on May 23.

 
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Unfazed by the controversy enveloping his film, 'PM Narendra Modi', actor Vivek Oberoi on Saturday said that the delay caused by "strong opponents" will not be able to deter his will.

Unfazed by the controversy enveloping his film, 'PM Narendra Modi', actor Vivek Oberoi on Saturday said that the delay caused by "strong opponents" will not be able to deter his will. The actor told ANI, "Even though are date has been delayed, but we are undeterred. There are powerful people who are standing against us including many renowned lawyers of the Supreme Court. But we are certain that they can delay us, but cannot deter us." The film has come under a cloud with Opposition parties claiming that its release was planned for April 5 with the intention of influencing voters in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections. Various political parties also stated that releasing the film in less than a week before the Lok Sabha elections is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct. Several political leaders had requested to delay the release of the biopic. Oberoi, who is playing the lead role in the film also took the opportunity to thank the judiciary for its support and added, "I would like to thank the Indian judiciary for giving us justice. On Monday we are being taken to the Supreme Court. We are hopeful that we will get blessings and support from there as well." The biopic on the incumbent Prime Minister got a new release date yesterday. The film will now hit the theatres on April 11. He also thanked the people of the nation for their love and support, and said, "We would like to thank you (people) for your blessings and support as that it is our strength at this time. With a lot of efforts, we made a film on Narendra Modi which we wanted to release and share with you all on April 5. But some people surrounded us with so many problems that we could not come on April 5, but now with your blessings and efforts, we are trying to come on April 11. " The film depicts the journey of Prime Minister Modi from his humble beginnings to his years as a Chief Minister and finally his landmark election as the Prime Minister of the country. Vivek plays the titular role of Prime Minister Modi in the biopic and will be seen essaying as many as nine different looks. This is the first time that the 42-year-old actor will be seen playing a real-life character in the upcoming drama. Apart from Vivek, the film also stars Boman Irani, Darshan Kumaar, Zarina Wahab, Manoj Joshi, Prashant Narayanan, Barkha Bisht Sengupta, Akshat R Saluja, Anjan Shrivastav, Rajendra Gupta and Yatin Karyekar in pivotal roles. The Lok Sabha election is scheduled to be held in seven phases beginning April 11 and concluding on May 19. The counting of votes will take place on May 23.

PM Modi biopic: Undeterred despite strong opposition, says Vivek Oberoi

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Saturday demanded the resignation of Prasoon Joshi from the post of the chairman of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for allegedly giving preferential treatment to the makers of the upcoming biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Talking to ANI, Amey Khopkar, President of Maharashtra Navnirman Chitrapat Karmachari Sena, said, "Prasoon Joshi should resign as Censor board has given preferential treatment to an upcoming biopic on the prime minister, titled 'PM Narendra Modi'."

Kopkar explained, "the makers of the movie have been shooting till March 20 and they get censor board certificate in just fifteen days."

"For a film to get censor board certificate the producer has to submit an online registration and only after fifty-eight days the film can get the certificate," he added.

He further questioned, "Is Censor board giving preferential treatment to some films during the Narendra Modi government?"

Talking about the biopic he further said that, "shooting of the film was done on March 16 at the Dadasaheb Phalke Film City in Goregaon while on March 20 the shooting was done in Varanasi."&nbsp;

The film has come under a cloud with Opposition parties, including Congress claiming that its release was planned with the intention of influencing voters in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections. The seven-phase polls will begin on April 11, the day the film is scheduled to release.

Various political parties also stated that releasing the film in less than a week before the General elections is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct. Several political leaders had requested to delay the release of the biopic.&nbsp;

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Saturday demanded the resignation of Prasoon Joshi from the post of the chairman of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for allegedly giving preferential treatment to the makers of the upcoming biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Saturday demanded the resignation of Prasoon Joshi from the post of the chairman of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for allegedly giving preferential treatment to the makers of the upcoming biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Talking to ANI, Amey Khopkar, President of Maharashtra Navnirman Chitrapat Karmachari Sena, said, "Prasoon Joshi should resign as Censor board has given preferential treatment to an upcoming biopic on the prime minister, titled 'PM Narendra Modi'." Kopkar explained, "the makers of the movie have been shooting till March 20 and they get censor board certificate in just fifteen days." "For a film to get censor board certificate the producer has to submit an online registration and only after fifty-eight days the film can get the certificate," he added. He further questioned, "Is Censor board giving preferential treatment to some films during the Narendra Modi government?" Talking about the biopic he further said that, "shooting of the film was done on March 16 at the Dadasaheb Phalke Film City in Goregaon while on March 20 the shooting was done in Varanasi." The film has come under a cloud with Opposition parties, including Congress claiming that its release was planned with the intention of influencing voters in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections. The seven-phase polls will begin on April 11, the day the film is scheduled to release. Various political parties also stated that releasing the film in less than a week before the General elections is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct. Several political leaders had requested to delay the release of the biopic.

MNS demands Prasoon Joshi's resignation from Censor board over PM Modi biopic

Right on schedule, the makers of next biopic on sitting Indian PM Narendra Modi has started shooting for the film with lead actor Vivek Oberoi.&nbsp;

Vivek who has not been seen in any major Hindi film release, shared a few pictures from the set of the film as the makers start the film. He wrote: "We finally begin this journey with the love and blessings of Ganpati Bappa, dad @sureshoberoi and each and every one of you. Thank you for your love and support. @OmungKumar @sandip_Ssingh @bomanirani @DarshanKumaar #PMNarendraModi"

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Earlier, the team had shared the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/first-look-of-vivek-oberoi-as-pm-narendra-modi-in-new-biopic-is-out-188898">first look poster </a>of the film showing Vivek's transformation as Modi in the film.

The film is said to chronicle Modi's journey from a common man to the prime position that he holds today. It is directed by <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/filmmaker-omung-kumar-scouting-for-locations-for-biopic-on-modi-193411">Omung Kumar who was scouting for locations </a>for the film recently.&nbsp;

Right on schedule, the makers of next biopic on sitting Indian PM Narendra Modi has started shooting for the film with lead actor Vivek Oberoi. Vivek who has not been seen in any major Hindi film release, shared a few pictures from the set of the film as the makers start the film.

Right on schedule, the makers of next biopic on sitting Indian PM Narendra Modi has started shooting for the film with lead actor Vivek Oberoi. Vivek who has not been seen in any major Hindi film release, shared a few pictures from the set of the film as the makers start the film. He wrote: "We finally begin this journey with the love and blessings of Ganpati Bappa, dad @sureshoberoi and each and every one of you. Thank you for your love and support. @OmungKumar @sandip_Ssingh @bomanirani @DarshanKumaar #PMNarendraModi" We finally begin this journey with the love and blessings of Ganpati Bappa, dad @sureshoberoi and each and every one of you. Thank you for your love and support. @OmungKumar @sandip_Ssingh @bomanirani @DarshanKumaar #PMNarendraModi pic.twitter.com/Dgldj7vUmV — Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) January 28, 2019 × At the Akshardham Temple in Gujarat- the global icon of peace and forgiveness, to seek the blessings of Lord Swami Narayan. Jai Shri Swami Narayan 🙏 pic.twitter.com/uPBNTo29ED — Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) January 25, 2019 × Earlier, the team had shared the first look poster of the film showing Vivek's transformation as Modi in the film. The film is said to chronicle Modi's journey from a common man to the prime position that he holds today. It is directed by Omung Kumar who was scouting for locations for the film recently.

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