The film 'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)' has been receiving a positive response from audiences. Now, the movie has been declared tax-free in the state of Uttar Pradesh. This decision was made after Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended a special screening of the film at Lok Bhavan in Lucknow on Sunday.
'Krishnavataram' is Now Tax-Free in Uttar Pradesh
The special screening was organized in conjunction with the state cabinet's expansion on the same day and drew a prominent gathering. According to a PTI report, those present included Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, several cabinet ministers, and other elected representatives. An official statement noted that the auditorium echoed with chants of 'Krishna-Krishna' and 'Radhe-Radhe' throughout the screening. The CM also took the stage to personally congratulate the cast and crew.
The Chief Minister directed the Information Department to arrange special screenings in every district of the state so that younger generations could engage meaningfully with India's cultural and spiritual legacy.
Yogi Adityanath's Post About 'Krishnavataram'
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath took to his X account to congratulate the film team and also made the tax-free announcement. The post read, 'Today, in the dignified presence of Hon. Governor Smt. @anandibenpatel Ji, I participated in the special screening of the Hindi film Krishnavataram, based on the divine glory of Yogeshwar Lord Shri Krishna Ji, held in Lucknow with the Hon. members of the Cabinet.'
It further read, 'On this occasion, the artists associated with the film were also honored. The film Krishnavataram will be tax-free in Uttar Pradesh. Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all members associated with the film.'
Sanskruti Jayana Plays Satyabhama
The movie is presented from the perspective of Lord Krishna's one of the Ashtabharyas, Satyabhama. Actress Sanskruti Jayana has portrayed the role of Satyabhama. Interestingly, she is the granddaughter of the UP Governor, Anandiben Patel.
More About 'Krishnavataram'
Directed by Hardik Gajjar, 'Krishnavataram' was released on May 7 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The film features Siddharth Gupta, Sanskruti Jayana, Sushmita Bhatt, and Nivasini Krishnan in lead roles, with Jackie Shroff and Ashutosh Rana in key supporting parts.
