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Film's Agritecture Claims Spark Legal Firestorm
18 Jun
Summary
- Film faces legal notice for allegedly misrepresenting India's agriculture.
- Notice disputes claims of 'slow poison' related to pesticides and food.
- Filmmakers must disclose research and remove controversial content.
The upcoming film 'The India Story: Slow Poison In Progress,' featuring Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade, is facing legal challenges ahead of its July 24, 2026 release. A legal notice was issued on June 15, 2026, by advocate Hiranya Pandey on behalf of Bhavesh Sodha.
The notice cites misleading and defamatory claims in the film's teaser and promotional content, particularly regarding India's agriculture, dairy, and poultry sectors. These allegations reportedly portray the agricultural ecosystem as a source of "slow poison" through references to pesticide use, food adulteration, and rising cancer cases.
Key objections include claims about excessive pesticide usage in India, alleged milk adulteration, and a scene depicting a syringe in a dead chicken carcass, which the complainant asserts are scientifically inaccurate. The notice demands filmmakers reveal their research and data sources.
Furthermore, the filmmakers are requested to remove the teaser and related promotional content from digital platforms and make necessary modifications to the film before its release. The film is scheduled to be released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
