Justice Jyoti Singh of the Delhi High Court on Wednesday observed that the film 'Kala Hiran' has yet to be sent to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), as it deferred the hearing on actor Salman Khan's petition. The court noted that a rejoinder filed by the film star was not on record, leading to the adjournment.
Hearing Deferred Due to Missing Rejoinder
The matter was listed before Justice Jyoti Singh, who postponed the proceedings after pointing out that the rejoinder submitted by Salman Khan had not been placed on the court record. The rejoinder is a response to the opposition's affidavit, and its absence prevented the court from proceeding with the case.
Background of the Case
Salman Khan had approached the Delhi High Court seeking relief regarding the film 'Kala Hiran'. The actor's plea is believed to involve issues related to the film's certification or release. The CBFC is the statutory body responsible for certifying films for public exhibition in India.
According to sources, the film has not yet been submitted to the CBFC for certification. This fact was noted by the court during the hearing, indicating that the certification process has not commenced.
Next Steps
The court has scheduled the next hearing for a later date, allowing time for the rejoinder to be filed and placed on record. Salman Khan's legal team is expected to ensure the document is submitted promptly to avoid further delays.
The case highlights the procedural requirements in legal challenges involving film certification. The Delhi High Court's observation underscores the importance of completing regulatory steps before seeking judicial intervention.
