Udaipur Files to release on August 8 after Supreme Court clears legal hurdles

'Udaipur Files', which was ealier titled 'Gyanvapi Files: A Tailor's Murder Story', will finally release in theatres on August 8, 2025. This comes after a Supreme Court ruling directed the Delhi High Court to address challenges against the government's approval of the film's release.

Initially slated for release on July 11, 2025, 'Udaipur Files' faced many delays due to censorship and legal troubles. The film, featuring Vijay Raaz as Kanhaiya Lal, is produced by Amit Jani and has generated considerable interest among audiences and critics alike.

Director Bharat Shrinate announced the new release date after the Supreme Court's decision, signalling the end of the legal journey for the film's distribution.

The legal issues surrounding the film



emerged when the Centre's approval for its release was challenged, causing the film's release to be postponed. The Supreme Court's direction to the Delhi High Court has now paved the way for its global release.

Bharat Shrinate reacted to the court's decision told NDTV, "We respect the Supreme Court's order and are ready to release the film on August 8. Jani Firefox Films is going to start promotions and release Udaipur Files worldwide on August 8. Truth always wins."

BJP leader Amit Malviya celebrated Supreme Court's verdict on X. He wrote, "Supreme Court refuses to stay Udaipur Files. A historic victory. Cinema will not be silenced – it will speak! (sic)."

Production challenges have not deterred the filmmakers from pursuing the film’s release.