Not responsible to give its opinion about films: CII

The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has said that the body was not responsible to give its opinion about films and dramas.

In a statement, CII Chairman Dr. Qibla Ayaz said that the religious body would only give its suggestion about the film, adding that the concerned authorities should decide about the film’s fate.

He further said, “The government has consulted us on the film and we will evaluate it, although it does not come under the responsibilities of the body to give an opinion about films and dramas.”

The CII Chairman said, “We want to ensure that we do not make any under-pressure decision on the matter. We will take the help of the film and dramas experts.”

The government decided to block its release after the members and supporters of Tehreek-e-Labaik (TLP) started an online campaign, demanding to ban the ‘objectionable’ film in Pakistan.