Key Points

A civil court in Pune has issued a summons to the stars of an upcoming Bollywood film. The legal action stems from a petition filed by a lawyer who claims the movie disrespects the judiciary. The actors and director have been ordered to appear in person this October. The film is the third installment in a popular comedy franchise about a lawyer.

Key Points: Pune Court Summons Akshay Kumar Arshad Warsi for Jolly LLB 3

  • Petition alleges film mocks legal system and disrespects court proceedings
  • Objection to judges being referred to as slang term "mama"
  • Complaint was originally filed in 2024 after the first teaser release
  • The film is a sequel starring both Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi
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Pune Court issues summons to Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi for allegedly disrespecting judiciary in 'Jolly LLB 3'

Pune court summons Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi over allegations their film Jolly LLB 3 disrespects the judiciary. They must appear in person on October 28.

"There should be respect for the lawyers. That is why I filed a petition in the court - Advocate Wajed Rahim Khan"

Pune, August 20

A civil court in Pune has issued summons to actors Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi and director Subhash Kapoor in connection with their upcoming film 'Jolly LLB 3' following a petition filed by lawyer Wajed Rahim Khan.The court has directed the three to appear in person on October 28 at 11 am.

According to advocate Wajed Rahim Khan, the action follows a petition filed by him, alleging that the film mocks the legal system and disrespects court proceedings. In the plea, he objected to the portrayal of the legal profession in a negative light and raised concerns over a scene where judges are referred to as "mama," a slang term.

Speaking to ANI, he said, " There should be respect for the lawyers. That is why I filed a petition in the court, that whatever they have shown about the advocates and the judges is wrong... I filed a petition in the Pune court. And the court has asked Akshay Kumar, Arshad Walsi and the director to be present.."

The complaint was originally filed in 2024 after the release of the film's first teaser.

'Jolly LLB 3' is the latest instalment in this movie franchise. The first part, led by actor Arshad Warsi, was a sleeper hit at the box office. The sequel to the movie, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead role, earned a verdict of 'superhit' at the box office in 2017.

After a gap of almost eight years, the makers of the franchise have returned with the third instalment of Jolly LLB, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi in the lead roles. It is written and directed by Subhash Kapoor and is produced by Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare under the banner of Star Studio 18. The film is slated to release in theatres on September 19, 2025.

The much-awaited teaser of Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi-starrer Jolly LLB 3 was out on August 12.

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In 2017, Akshay and Huma Qureshi starred in 'Jolly LLB 2', a spiritual sequel to Jolly LLB, released in 2013. The first film featured Arshad and Saurabh Shukla in the lead roles. Amrita Rao also starred in the first part.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I enjoy these films, I think we should maintain respect for our judiciary institutions. There's a fine line between satire and disrespect. Maybe the filmmakers should be more careful with their portrayal.
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Aman W
Another publicity stunt before movie release? 😂 Perfect timing with the teaser just out. The legal system has bigger issues to address than a Bollywood comedy!
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Sarah B
As someone who works in the legal field, I found the previous Jolly LLB films quite accurate in depicting courtroom dynamics. The "mama" reference is actually quite common in informal settings. This case seems unnecessary.
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Vikram M
The judiciary should focus on actual cases pending for years rather than wasting time on movie scenes. We have real problems that need attention! 🇮🇳
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Nikhil C
Both parts were amazing and showed the ground reality of our legal system. Hope this doesn't affect the release of part 3. Excited to see Akshay and Arshad together! 🎬

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