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Udaipur Files, a movie based on the 2022 murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Udaipur, Rajasthan, is making headlines due to major controversy ahead of its release. The movie, directed by Bharat Shrinate and produced by Amit Jani, is set to hit cinemas on 11th July (Friday). However, it's facing both censorship issues and legal hurdles before its release.

Director Bharat Shrinate has revealed that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has made 150 cuts to the film. Speaking to NDTV, the director said, “We made several rounds of the Censor Board office for at least two months. This film is not about any religion or faith, it's about ideology and truth.”

He further questioned the early criticism of the film, saying, “Firstly, how can people assume what's in the film without watching it? Secondly, I submitted the film to the Indian Censor Board, not to anybody else. People who are protesting against the film won't decide whether the film will be released or not. The Censor Board has its terms and conditions, rules and regulations. What will be kept or removed, it's their call."

 
 
 
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Udaipur Files Movie Based On Real-Life Murder

The movie is based on the horrifying murder of Kanhaiya Lal, who was killed in broad daylight by two men in June 2022 at his tailoring shop in the Hathipole area of Udaipur. The attackers used cleavers to hack him to death for allegedly supporting a social media post that was viewed as offensive towards Islam. The shocking incident had triggered outrage and deep concern across the country.

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Udaipur Files Star Cast Details

Udaipur Files stars Vijay Raaz in the role of Kanhaiya Lal. The cast also includes Rajneesh Duggal, Preeti Jhangiani, Kamlesh Sawant, Kanchi Singh, and Mushtaq Khan. The film was previously titled Gyanvapi Files: A Tailor's Murder Story and was originally planned for a June 27 release, but was delayed.

 
 
 
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Alongside the censor board cuts, the film is now facing legal trouble. A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking a stay on the film’s release. The petition argues that the movie could ignite communal tensions and disturb public peace. The matter is expected to come up for hearing soon.

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Details About Tailor Kanhaiya Lal Murder Case

Kanhaiya Lal’s murder is still a sensitive subject. The two accused men, who filmed the brutal killing and circulated the video, were arrested shortly after the incident. Investigations revealed alleged links to radical groups. The case has since raised national concern over hate crimes and religious intolerance. As Udaipur Files nears release, the film finds itself caught between creative freedom and social responsibility.