Netflix's 'Maharaj' Faces Legal Hurdle: Gujarat High Court Halts Release Amid Controversy

YRF Entertainment's 'Maharaj' premier on Netflix was stopped by the Gujarat High Court following concerns from a Hindu sect. The film, starring Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan, faced backlash on social media, leading to legal action. The court will hear the case next on June 18.

The much-anticipated launch of 'Maharaj' on Netflix has hit a roadblock after the Gujarat High Court stayed its release on Friday. Members of the Pushtimarg sect filed a petition claiming the film would hurt their religious sentiments.

The controversy, which gained traction with hashtags like 'Boycott Netflix,' surrounds the film's depiction of historical events, purportedly critical of the sect's figures. Actor Junaid Khan, son of Aamir Khan, made his debut in this film.

The Court’s ruling came after a single-judge bench of Justice Sangeeta Vishen issued notices to Netflix, Yash Raj Films, and the Centre. The case is set for further hearing on June 18, leaving the film's future uncertain.