Following the release of the trailer for the controversial movie ‘Hamare Baarah,’ which has sparked outrage for its portrayal of women in Islam, Muslims on various social media platforms are trending the hashtag #BoycottZeeMusicCompany.”
The film “Hamare Baarah,” featuring seasoned actors such as Annu Kapoor, Manoj Joshi, and Paritosh Tripathi, has sparked significant controversy in Muslim countries for attacking women rights in Islam and depiction of women as property within Muslim society.
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“Hamare Baarah” is co-produced by Birender Bhagat, Ravi S Gupta, Sheo Balak Singh, and Sanjay Nagpal, with Trilok Nath Prasad as co-producer and Kamal Chandra directing. The movie depicts Muslim women as inferior beings and mere baby-making machines, a narrative that has provoked a strong backlash from users on social media.
Amid the controversy, veteran Bollywood actor Annu Kapoor has sought protection from the Mumbai Police after receiving death threats directed at the cast and crew of “Hamare Baarah.”
The film’s producers have also expressed deep concern, revealing that their families and friends have been targeted with threats. The police have assured them of their safety.
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Scheduled for release on June 7th, 2024, the film was recently premiered at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival.
