“Now, there is conclusive evidence that an active AAP member had a major role in the production of Udta Punjab,” he added. Akali Dal also alleges Aam Aadmi Party’s ‘hand’ in the making of ‘Udta Punjab’ to defame PunjabChandigarh: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Saturday said the Punjab government was not contemplating any ban on Shahid Kapoor-starrer Udta Punjab, which is caught in a censorship row, and alleged Aam Aadmi Party’s “hand” in the making of the film to defame the state. Urging AAP to stop “defaming” Punjabis, Cheema alleged that the party was all out to prove that Punjab is a drug haven. “AAP which is denying any link with the producers of ‘Udta Punjab’ stands exposed with the CEO of Balaji Telefilms turning out to be a senior member of the party’s communication wing,” alleged Cheema. “I want to make it clear that SAD is not against films, media and creativity.

Source: Mint June 11, 2016 13:52 UTC