In a major development, one of the most talked about films of the year, Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawaal will be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. Particularly learned. This screening took place amidst the growing controversy regarding the film. Over the past few days, the last question has been making headlines after reports emerged of the film being banned in the UAE, while a PIL was also reportedly filed against the project in India.
Exclusive: Amid UAE ban and PIL controversy, Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawaal is set for a special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.
Despite the ongoing storm surrounding the film, the makers seem unfazed and are moving ahead with an aggressive rollout strategy. Sources close to the development say preparations for the Rashtrapati Bhavan screening have been going on quietly for the past few days, although details about the guest list and attendees have been kept under wraps.
Directed as a tough social drama, Aakhri Question features an ensemble cast led by Sanjay Dutt, the film has already generated a lot of curiosity due to its subject matter and the politically charged conversations around it. Industry insiders believe that the Rashtrapati Bhavan screening could become a watershed moment in the film’s journey. The contradiction between ongoing legal and censorship-related challenges and screening in one of the country’s most prestigious venues has increased the intrigue around the project.
Sources close to the development told IHNS that preparations for the screening have been going on quietly for the last few days. Although details about the guest list and attendees have been kept under wraps, the fact that the film is being screened at such an important venue has already sparked conversations in industry and political circles alike.
The comparison is hard to ignore. On one hand the film is facing protests and legal challenges; On the other hand, it is getting a platform for a high-profile showcase in one of the most important institutions of the country. This move is expected to further intensify the debate about the film and may significantly increase the curiosity among the audience before its release.
While manufacturers have remained tight-lipped on both the UAE ban and the PIL controversy, the last question has sparked discussion in trade and social media circles.
