Om Puri does a Anna Hazare

There are many belief systems across the globe, but not all of them are good. The Khap panchayat in Indian villages follows one such custom, which has been killing young couples in the name of honour for years now.
Actor Om Puri and producer-director Ajai Sinha (Ananda Film & Tele Communication Pvt Ltd.), who feel strongly about this issue, have come together to voice their thoughts through their movie Khap.“Someone has to take the first step to end this. I am not waiting for somebody to wake up one day and that is why I have stood up against it,” says Om.
Ajai, who’s the director of the film, says the primary motivation behind making this movie was not just success or monetary gain. “It’s for awareness among the youth. I have made this movie to make our country wake up and notice that while we might just fuss over everyday life, there are still customs like Khap in villages that don’t let people live their lives their way.” The film has got no political support because the topic is sensitive and no politician wants to be associated with it. “It doesn’t matter if anyone supports us or not,” says Om. “We know that we have made the right movie. If Anna Hazare can stand alone, fight against corruption and make the nation realise the importance of it, I am sure we can do the same here. Even if we get support or not, the fight against the Khap panchayats from our side is on!” he signs off.
The movie releases tomorrow with a hope that it’s the first step towards eradicating this inhuman custom.