Supreme Court Does Not Offer Protection To Makers Of Tandav Over FIRs, Arrest; SC Says Right To Freedom Of Speech Not Absolute

The makers & an actor of Amazon Prime web series "Tandav", who appealed for protection against arrest, failed to get any relief from the Supreme Court on January 27. At least three cases have been lodged in Uttar Pradesh against the makers of the series, alleging inappropriate depiction of UP Police personnel & deities, and adverse portrayal of a character playing the role of prime minister. Similar cases have been lodged in other states including Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Bihar, Delhi & Chandigarh. The makers have been accused of "hurting religious sentiments", "promoting religious enmity" and "defiling a place of worship". Watch the video to know more.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 28, 2021 02:15 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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