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Court Questions 'Shoorveer' Song in 'Mirzapur' Violence
17 Sep
Summary
- Delhi High Court questioned 'Shoorveer' song use during violent Mirzapur scene.
- Court observed the song's use did not appear 'in good taste.'
- CBFC directed to decide on scene changes within a week.
The Delhi High Court has questioned the appropriateness of using the song 'Shoorveer,' originally a tribute to Rajput warrior Maharana Pratap, during a violent scene in 'Mirzapur: The Movie.' A bench, led by Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya, noted that the choice prima facie did not seem "in good taste" and expressed concern over potentially revering violence.
The court was hearing a public interest litigation challenging the song's placement alongside the film's depiction of crime and violence. Counsel for the film's makers defended the usage, stating it was intended to "embellish" the climax and did not draw comparisons to historical figures. However, the petitioner argued that the song's legacy of courage clashes with the gangster narrative.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) informed the court that filmmakers had proposed changes to the scene's background score. The court has mandated that the CBFC make a decision on these proposed modifications within one week, with the case next scheduled for September 24.
This development follows prior scrutiny of the scene by the court. The PIL, filed by Prashant Kumar Singh, also touches upon broader concerns regarding the use of songs associated with revered historical figures in cinematic crime narratives. Separately, musician Rapperiya Baalam has raised objections regarding the song's licensing and use without proper credit.
