Court proceedings over the documentary focused more on its title than its content, which the bench said largely draws from public records and news reports. The judges also questioned objections raised over reputation.
A political storm and emotional backlash forced the Centre to step in just days before the show’s release. Authorities said the series risked glorifying Lawrence Bishnoi while ignoring the real victims of gang violence in Punjab.
The upcoming docu-series has triggered strong political outrage, with a Congress MP alleging it disrespects victims of gangster-linked violence in Punjab. The controversy has now escalated into a legal battle.
It traces how a student leader’s journey slowly connects with crime, influence, and visibility in public life. The docu-series also explores the wider systems and culture that shape such controversial identities.
