KATHMANDU, JUNE 22

In a recent development, the Patan High Court, led by Judge Dhir Bahadur Chand, issued a temporary injunction to lift the ban on the South Indian film 'Adipurus.'

The Film Association had taken their case to the Patan High Court, challenging Balen Shah's decision. They contended that a blanket ban on screening all Hindi films based on 'Adipurus' was unjustifiable. Seeking permission to continue their business operations, the association received a favorable ruling from the court.

Meanwhile, Mayor Shah of Kathmandu Metropolitan City made it clear that he would not adhere to any law or court ruling that undermines the nation's sovereignty and independence. On Thursday, Shah expressed his stance on Facebook, stating, 'I will not comply with any law or court when it comes to the sovereignty and independence of our country.' He believes that the true motives behind the film 'Adipurush' were apparent when its writers claim that Nepal was under the rule of India.

'If the film writers assert that Nepal was under the rule of India, their true intentions are revealed. If the Nepalese government dismisses this as a mere publicity stunt and the court allows the film's release, it implies that Nepal was indeed under Indian rule, which would portray the court and the government as subservient to India,' he remarked. Balen emphasized his willingness to face any consequences, stating firmly, 'The film will not be permitted to be screened.'