The upcoming movie “72 Hoorain” trailer has been released on Twitter and YouTube, sparking a lot of controversy and debate.
The movie, directed by Sanjay Puran Singh, is based on the true story of a group of young men who joined the Islamic State (IS) in 2016 and were killed in Syria. The movie claims to expose Islamic fanaticism’s “dark side” and the “false promises” of 72 virgins in heaven.
The movie featuring actors like Pawan Malhotra and Aamir Bashir in lead roles is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Puran Singh, a two-time recipient of the National Award. Natottam Bain, Ashok Pathak, and Rashid Naaz are among the other actors in this film.
The trailer shows scenes of violence, torture, brainwashing, and radicalization of young men by IS recruiters. It also shows the plight of their families who are left behind in India, struggling to cope with the loss and stigma.
As promised presenting to you the first look of our film #72Hoorain .
I am sure you will like it .What if you end up dying a brutal death instead of meeting 72 virgins, as assured by terrorist mentors? Presenting the first look of my upcoming film “72 Hoorain”. The film is… pic.twitter.com/hsbGkIxrhb
— Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) June 4, 2023
The movie has received mixed reactions from the viewers and critics. Some have praised the movie for its bold and realistic portrayal of a sensitive issue, while others have criticized it for being Islamophobic and sensationalist. Some have also questioned the authenticity and accuracy of the movie’s sources and facts.
The movie is expected to release on OTT platforms soon. The director has said that he hopes the movie will create awareness and dialogue about the dangers of extremism and terrorism in the society.
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