The Karnataka government has banned the release or broadcast of the movie ‘Hamare Baarah’ in the state for two weeks or until further notice.

The state government claimed that the release of ‘Hamare Baarah’ would create communal tension in the state. Authorities made this decision after considering requests from several Muslim organizations and delegations, and after watching the trailer.

The decision is in accordance with the Karnataka Cinema Regulations Act 1964, sections 15(1) and 15(5). The movie was slated to release today across the country.

Hamare Baarah explores the theme of overpopulation. It stars Annu Kapoor, Manoj Joshi, and Paritosh Tripathi.

Earlier, Annu Kapoor has talked about the movie and the threats he has received. “Our writer for Hum Do Hamare Baaraah is a Muslim, he is suffering more right now because of the situation. I am an atheist. Police has had to visit the houses of the entire female cast too because of death threats. Some fanatics are protesting on social media and spreading hatred. As a precaution, we had to inform the police and court,” he had said in an interview with Hindustan Times.

Previously, the CBFC granted Hamare Baarah a U/A certification. They also asked the makers to make 11 changes starting with the title of the film. It was earlier titled Hum Do Hamare Baarah.