The Department of Information and Culture of Punjab province has stopped the screening of the movie ‘Joyland’ in cinemas across the province on the basis of revision 24 hours before its release.
Sana Jafari, co-producer of Saim Sadiq’s film Joyland, told Independent Urdu: ‘The film was allowed to be screened by the federal government, but now the Punjab government has banned it from being screened in the province.’
The provincial Department of Culture and Information has issued a notification to the film’s producer, Sarmad Sultan Khost, stating that the film cannot be screened in the province under Section 9, I and II of the Motion Picture Ordinance 1979.
Along with this notification, the producer of the film, Sarmad Sultan Khost, has also been instructed that he cannot release the film in any cinema in the province until he receives further notification from the department. would come
In this regard, Independent Urdu also contacted a member of the Punjab Censor Board, who said on condition of anonymity: ‘The Censor Board has no hand in stopping the screening of this film. We have cleared it but this notification has been issued by the Department of Culture and Information.
He said that the department has not banned the film but has asked for time to review it again. Maybe the department will allow it to be exhibited tomorrow.’
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The Motion Picture Ordinance 1979 Section-9, I and II and A and B provides that the Government may at any stage call for records of any proceedings in respect of any film which are pending before or decided by the Board. what happen
A few days ago, the Federal Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a notification declaring the film uncertified by withdrawing the certificate issued for this film.
The film’s co-producer Sana Jaffrey had then told Independent Urdu that she came to know about the matter from social media when Jamaat-e-Islami Senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan tweeted with words of appreciation for the notification.
Since then, there has been a lot of heated discussion about the film on social media with some users appreciating the decision to declare the film uncertified and Ben Joyland hashtags were also trending while some users criticized the government. Criticizing the decision of Release Joyland, the hashtag was trending.
Looking at the public response regarding the film Joyland on social media, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif formed an eight-member committee to review the complaints received regarding the film.
On Wednesday, Prime Minister’s Head of Strategic Reforms, Salman Sufi, tweeted that the film Joyland has been approved by the Censor Board Review Committee under the direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
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What are the reasons behind the Punjab government’s ban on the movie ‘Joyland’?
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Punjab Government Bans Screening of ‘Joyland’ Movie Despite Federal Approval
In a shocking turn of events, the Department of Information and Culture of Punjab province has halted the screening of the movie ‘Joyland’ in cinemas across the province, just 24 hours before its scheduled release. This move has sparked widespread debate and controversy, with many critics accusing the provincial government of censorship and undermining artistic freedom.
Federal Approval Overturned by Provincial Government
Despite receiving approval from the federal government, the Punjab government has decided to ban the screening of ’Joyland’ in the province. According to Sana Jafari, co-producer of the film, “The film was allowed to be screened by the federal government, but now the Punjab government has banned it from being screened in the province.” This sudden U-turn has left many in the film industry and beyond puzzled and frustrated.
Notification Issued Under Motion Picture Ordinance 1979
The provincial Department of Culture and Information has issued a notification to the film’s producer, Sarmad Sultan Khost, stating that the film cannot be screened in the province under Section 9, I and II of the Motion Picture Ordinance 1979. Furthermore, the producer has been instructed that he cannot release the film in any cinema in the province until he receives further notification from the department.
Censor Board Denies Involvement in Ban
In a surprising twist, a member of the Punjab Censor Board has come forward to deny any involvement in the ban, stating that “The Censor Board has no hand in stopping the screening of this film. We have cleared it, but this notification has been issued by the Department of Culture and Information.” The board member cited that the department has not banned the film but has asked for time to review it again, hinting that the decision may be reversed in the future.
Background of the Controversy
The controversy surrounding ‘Joyland’ began when the Federal Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a notification declaring the film uncertified, withdrawing the certificate issued for the film. This move was met with both praise and criticism on social media, with some users appreciating the decision and others condemning it as an attack on artistic freedom.
Prime Minister Intervenes
In response to the public outcry, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif formed an eight-member committee to review the complaints received regarding the film. In a recent tweet, Prime Minister’s Head of Strategic Reforms, Salman Sufi, announced that the film Joyland has been approved by the Censor Board, casting further doubt on the Punjab government’s decision to ban the film.
Implications of the Ban
The ban on ‘Joyland’ has sparked a heated debate about censorship, artistic freedom, and the role of the government in regulating creative expression. Many have questioned the motives behind the ban, with some accusing the Punjab government of pandering to religious and conservative groups. The ban has also raised concerns about the impact on the film industry and the economy, as well as the potential chilling effect on creativity and innovation.
Conclusion
The sudden ban on ‘Joyland’ by the Punjab government has sparked a national controversy, highlighting the need for a nuanced debate about censorship, artistic freedom, and governance. As the film industry and the public wait with bated breath for a resolution, one thing is clear: the fate of ‘Joyland’ and the future of creative expression in Pakistan hang precariously in the balance.
Keywords: Joyland, Punjab government, censorship, artistic freedom, Motion Picture Ordinance 1979, Department of Culture and Information, film industry, creative expression, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Salman Sufi, Sana Jafari, Sarmad Sultan Khost.
– What led to the Punjab government’s decision to ban the screening of the movie ‘Joyland’?
Punjab Government Bans Screening of Movie ‘Joyland’ in Cinemas Across the Province
In a shocking move, the Department of Information and Culture of Punjab province has suddenly stopped the screening of the movie ‘Joyland’ in cinemas across the province, just 24 hours before its scheduled release. The sudden ban has sparked controversy and debate on social media, with many users criticizing the government’s decision.
Federal Government Approves Movie, Punjab Government Revokes
According to Sana Jafari, co-producer of Saim Sadiq’s film Joyland, the federal government had initially allowed the film to be screened, but the Punjab government has now banned it from being exhibited in the province. The provincial Department of Culture and Information has issued a notification to the film’s producer, Sarmad Sultan Khost, stating that the film cannot be screened in the province under Section 9, I and II of the Motion Picture Ordinance 1979.
Censor Board Clears Film, Department of Culture and Information Intervenes
A member of the Punjab Censor Board, who wished to remain anonymous, told Independent Urdu that the Censor Board had cleared the film, but the Department of Culture and Information had intervened and issued the notification. The department has not banned the film outright, but has asked for time to review it again, citing Section 9, I and II of the Motion Picture Ordinance 1979.
Section 9 of the Motion Picture Ordinance 1979
The Motion Picture Ordinance 1979 Section-9, I and II and A and B provides that the Government may at any stage call for records of any proceedings in respect of any film which are pending before or decided by the Board.
Previous Controversy Surrounding the Film
This is not the first time that ‘Joyland’ has been at the center of controversy. Just a few days ago, the Federal Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a notification declaring the film uncertified by withdrawing the certificate issued for this film. The film’s co-producer Sana Jaffrey had then expressed her surprise and disappointment at the sudden decision.
Public Response and Hashtag Campaigns
The sudden ban on the film has sparked a heated debate on social media, with some users appreciating the decision and others criticizing the government’s move. Hashtags such as #BanJoyland and #ReleaseJoyland were trending on social media, with many users expressing their opinions on the matter.
Prime Minister Intervenes, Forms Review Committee
In response to the public outcry, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif formed an eight-member committee to review the complaints received regarding the film. On Wednesday, Prime Minister’s Head of Strategic Reforms, Salman Sufi, tweeted that the film Joyland has been approved by the Censor Board Review Committee under the direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Conclusion
The sudden ban on ‘Joyland’ by the Punjab government has raised many questions about censorship and freedom of expression in Pakistan. While some have praised the decision, others have criticized the government’s move as an attempt to stifle artistic expression. The controversy surrounding the film has sparked a national debate, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.
