Video: Miscreants Hurl Petrol Bombs At TN Theatre Screening 'Amaran' Amid Controversy

The incident is believed to be linked to ongoing protests against the Tamil film Amaran, which has faced backlash from certain groups alleging negative portrayal of Muslims.

According to Tirunelveli Police, CCTV footage from the vicinity is being examined to identify the perpetrators.

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Tirunelveli news: Unidentified miscreants hurled a petrol bomb at the premises of the 'Alangar' movie theatre in Melapalayam, Tirunelveli district, on Saturday morning. The attack has heightened tensions in the area, prompting the Melapalayam police to register a case and begin an investigation.

According to Tirunelveli Police, CCTV footage from the vicinity is being examined to identify the perpetrators. The incident is believed to be linked to ongoing protests against the Tamil film Amaran, which has faced backlash from certain groups alleging negative portrayal of Muslims.

Authorities are on high alert, and additional security measures have been deployed to prevent further incidents. 

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Amaran, produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International, narrates the story of Major Mukund, exploring both his military career and his emotional bond with his wife, Indhu, played by Sai Pallavi. The film, inspired by the book India's Most Fearless: True Stories of Modern Military Heroes by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh, highlights the sacrifices of military families. The music, composed by GV Prakash Kumar, has been praised for its emotional resonance.

Released on October 31, Amaran has been a commercial success, earning Rs 187 crore net worldwide within its first eight days, according to Sacnilk.com. The film has surpassed the box office collections of Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 and is now the third highest-grossing Tamil film of 2024, following Vijay’s The Greatest of All Time (GOAT) and Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan.