Pakistan Says That RAEES Portrays Islam In A Negative Light, Bans The Flick

After Rakesh Roshan’s ‘Kaabil’ and Aamir Khan’s ‘Dangal’ released in Pakistan, Shahrukh Khan and Mahira Khan’s fans were waiting for ‘Raees’ release. However, Pakistan’s film board has banned the release of the movie as it feels that ‘Raees’ is an ‘inappropriate’ portrayal of Muslims.

Tuesday, 7th February 2016, 12:00 PM IST

After Rakesh Roshan’s ‘Kaabil’ and Aamir Khan’s ‘Dangal’ released in Pakistan, Shahrukh Khan and Mahira Khan’s fans were waiting for ‘Raees’ release. However, Pakistan’s film board has banned the release of the movie as it feels that ‘Raees’ is an ‘inappropriate’ portrayal of Muslims.

A statement was released by the Pak board which states, "Owing to subtle portrayal of Muslims as criminals, violent and terrorists, the recommendations forwarded by the CBFC panel deemed the film unsuitable for public screening.”

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