Akal Takht, SGPC Demand Ban on ‘Emergency’ Film, Accuse It of Character Assassination of Sikhs

AMRITSAR: The Akal Takht, the highest temporal authority of the Sikhs, along with the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has called for an immediate ban on the upcoming film “Emergency.” The film, directed by and starring actor Kangana Ranaut, has come under fire for allegedly attempting to “character assassinate” the Sikh community.

During a press conference, SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami expressed strong objections to the portrayal of Sikhs in the film and demanded swift action. He called for the registration of an FIR against Kangana Ranaut, who is also the writer and producer of the film, for her involvement in the project.

“Emergency,” set to release next month, has sparked controversy even before its premiere. The SGPC, which oversees Sikh religious affairs, has urged authorities to take immediate steps to prevent the film’s release, citing concerns over its impact on the Sikh community’s image.

The film, which delves into the period of the Emergency imposed in India in 1975, has been met with criticism from several quarters, but the latest objection from the Sikh religious leadership underscores the sensitivity of the issue. The Akal Takht and SGPC’s stance highlights their commitment to protecting Sikh identity and dignity in public discourse.

The controversy is expected to escalate as the release date of “Emergency” approaches, with growing calls for a legal and regulatory intervention.