Section 375: Producers and Cast summoned by Pune Civil Court

film, Section 375 will be released in atres on Friday, September 13. film stars Akshaye Khanna and Richa Chadda in its lead roles, and is directed by Ajay Bahl. film has garnered positive reviews from critics. But it seems that film has also mand to get embroiled in a controversy which could spell trouble for makers. producers of film, Kumar Mangal Pathak and Abhishek Mangal Pathak along with lead actor, Akshaye Khanna has been summoned by a Pune Civil Court.

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Section 375 Accused of Showing Lawyers in a Bad Light

reason behind this is that makers of film have been accused of showing lawyers in a negative light in trailer of film. For unversed, film is based on Section 375 of Indian Penal Code. It is a bold and gritty courtroom drama which has mand to get attention of viewers right since its first look. movie revolves around a young woman who accuses her boss of raping her. Akshaye Khanna and Richa Chadda play rival lawyers who battle it out in court to defend ir respective clients.

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Film Criticized for a Cross-Statement Scene

film is being lauded for its compelling dialogues and performances. However, makers have w been issued a warrant by Pune court. Reportedly, an advocate has lodged a complaint against makers stating that trailer of film shows court proceedings along with conduct of lawyers in a negative way.

According to media reports, one of scenes from trailer which shows lawyer asking objectionable questions to alleged rape victim has especially garnered several criticisms. advocate has reportedly said, "such cross-statements are never recorded in an open court but only in-camera." However, makers have t yet divulged much on this ongoing controversy.

film also stars Rahul Bhatt and Meera Chopra in pivotal roles. film, Section 375 will see a clash with Ayushmann Khurrana and Nushrat Bharucha starrer Dream Girl.  

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