New Delhi, Oct 28, 2025

A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking safeguards against the release of the upcoming film “The Taj Story”, alleging that it distorts historical facts and could disturb communal harmony.

The petition, filed by advocate Shakeel Abbas, contended that the film — scheduled for nationwide release on October 31 — is “totally based on fabricated facts” and “a step to create communal disturbance among different communities in India”.

“The film’s teaser and promotional posters show a depiction of the Taj Mahal dome being lifted to reveal a figure of Lord Shiva emerging therefrom. These elements have generated considerable public debate and concern about communal harmony and the veracity of historical claims,” the petition stated.

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