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Mohanlal's Film Faces Backlash, Pledges Content Removal

3/31/2025

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Mohanlal's film L2: Empuraan ignited controversy among Hindu nationalist groups due to scenes linked to the 2002 Gujarat riots. In a bid to address the backlash, Mohanlal pledged to remove the contentious content, underscoring his dedication to artistic responsibility. Despite mixed reviews, the sequel to Lucifer has thrived at the box office, fueling discussions on artistic freedom in India.

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Mohanlal's film L2: Empuraan ignited controversy among Hindu nationalist groups due to scenes linked to the 2002 Gujarat riots. In a bid to address the backlash, Mohanlal pledged to remove the contentious content, underscoring his dedication to artistic responsibility. Despite mixed reviews, the sequel to Lucifer has thrived at the box office, fueling discussions on artistic freedom in India.