Producer Apologises After Controversial ‘Operation Sindoor’ Poster Release

The first poster for the upcoming film Operation Sindoor has been released. However, the filmmaker has since issued an apology regarding the poster.

Operation Sindoor First Poster Out: The Indian government has finally retaliated for the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April. By conducting Operation Sindoor, 9 terrorist bases were destroyed. This changed the atmosphere in the country. People demanding justice celebrated. Now, a film has been announced with this name. The first poster of a film titled ‘Operation Sindoor’ has been released. Viewers, instead of being happy about the poster and the new film, have become angry and expressed their displeasure with the makers, calling it shameful. The producer has now apologised and shared a long post.

Filmmakers Making a Film on Operation Sindoor Apologise

After seeing the anger of people on social media, the film’s producer, Nickky Bhagnani, clarified. Sharing a long post on his Instagram story, he apologised. He wrote: “We apologise for announcing a film based on ‘Operation Sindoor’ in relation to the courageous steps taken by the Indian Army. Our intention was not to hurt anyone’s sentiments. As a filmmaker, I was impressed by the courage, sacrifice and strength of our soldiers and leaders, and therefore decided to bring this powerful story to the screen.”

Nickky Bhagnani States that Nation Comes First

Nickky Bhagnani further wrote, “This project is not being made for fame or money, but out of respect and love. I understand that due to timing and sensitivity, some may feel discomfort or pain. For this, I am deeply sorry. This is not just a film; it is a reflection of the nation’s spirit and social image on a global scale.” He also thanked the country’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who worked day and night to convey the message that ‘Nation First’.

First Poster of Film on Operation Sindoor Released

The film based on ‘Operation Sindoor’ is being produced by Vikky Bhagnani, who is Jackie Bhagnani’s cousin. It is being made by Nikki-Vikky Bhagnani Films and Content Engineers. Both companies announced the film on Operation Sindoor through an AI poster. The poster shows a female officer in action mode with a gun in her hand, applying sindoor to her forehead with the other. The poster reads, ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai Operation Sindoor’.

People Outraged by Operation Sindoor Poster

Upon seeing this poster, people criticised the makers. Users commented on social media saying, “Shame on you, the country is in a state of war, and you are doing all this.” Someone wrote that no actor is speaking out, but everyone is making movies to benefit themselves. Another wrote, “Stop embarrassing yourselves and your country.” After this, the makers apologised. Reports suggest that so far 50 filmmakers have applied for the Operation Sindoor title, with everyone wanting to make a film on it.