No ban on Yami Gautam's 'Article 370' in Gulf countries; film awaiting certification

Following reports of the Bollywood film 'Article 370' getting banned in Gulf countries emerged online, new reports have clarified that the movie is facing no such hurdle.

News reports on Wednesday claimed that the Yami Gautam starrer is not facing any such presumed 'ban', but is awaiting certification in certain regions in the Gulf countries.

Initial reports suggested that a ban was imposed on the movie in Gulf countries, but did not disclose any reason for the same. This came as a surprise to many as it became the second Bollywood film this year to allegedly be barred from a release. In January, the Hrithik Roshan starrer 'Fighter' was banned from the Gulf countries, thus significantly affecting its total box office numbers.


The political drama, directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, delves into the revocation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Released on February 23, 'Article 370' features an ensemble cast, including Priyamani, Arun Govil, and Kiran Karmarkar.

While awaiting certification in certain Gulf countries, the film continues to rake in the big bucks at the box office. The movie has minted an estimated Rs 30 crore in its first 5 days at the domestic box office.