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The Allegations and Legal Action
Anil Kumar detailed his claims on LinkedIn, stating, "In 2010, I started writing the story, and in 2018, I posted a poster about this. I got in contact with ad director Sukhdas Suryavanshi through my LinkedIn post." He further added, "Recently, I heard that a movie named Maidaan is getting released. I was surprised because even I have the same story. They have twisted the main story itself and made this movie."Following Kumar's complaint, the Principal District and Session Court in Mysore ordered a stay on the film's release. The next hearing is scheduled for April 24, indicating a legal battle ahead between the writer and the film's production team.
Response From The Production Team
Bay View Projects LLP, a co-producer of 'Maidaan,' responded to the court's decision, stating that they received the order after the movie's release, making it "infructuous under law." They also announced their intention to appeal against the order in the Karnataka High Court, highlighting their commitment to resolving the legal dispute swiftly.About 'Maidaan'
The film, based on true events, depicts Ajay Devgn portraying Syed Abdul Rahim, who played a pivotal role in elevating Indian football internationally between 1952 and 1962. Alongside Devgn, the movie features Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Rudranil Ghosh in significant roles, with a musical score by Oscar-winner AR Rahman. Despite the legal challenges, 'Maidaan' had its paid preview shows and faced a wider release on April 11, coinciding with Eid festivities, although it encountered a box office clash with another film.
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