For Salman Khan, his upcoming home production Loveratri that launches his brother-in-law Aayush Sharma, does not disrespect or demeans any religion or culture. Some right-wing organizations had objected to the film’s title and advocate Ajaykumar Waghmare had filed a petition in the Aurangabad bench of the High Court claiming that the film’s title is derogatory to the Hindu festival of Navratri and women.
Loveratri also marks the debut of Warina Hussain and is set against the backdrop of Navratri. Salman during a media interaction at the launch of Bigg Boss 12 addressed the issue , “Some people, I don’t know who they are, have some problem with the title of the film. It is a beautiful title. There is nothing more beautiful than love, so it is called Loveratri. It is not demeaning any culture. Our Prime Minister is from that culture. So, when you play a character like I played a Sardar in a film or I played a Haryanvi in Sultan, I do it with a lot of respect."
He further added, “We are making the film with Navaratri in the backdrop. We have made this beautiful film celebrating the music, colour, love and the fun of the festive season. We don’t need any publicity like that. Once the film is released those people will know there is nothing.”
The superstar actor reposed his faith in the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and said that he is sure that the film will pass with a ‘U’ certificate. He said, “The censor board is the right body to decide. I am sure it will get a ‘U’ certificate. And if the censor board has given the certificate then I don’t think anybody has the right to say anything.”
Loveratri is directed by Abhiraj Minawala who was an assistant director on Yash Raj Films like Sultan and Fan. Loveratri is slated for an October 5, release.
