Release of Jolly LLB 3 Stalled Over Allegations of Insulting the Judiciary

Bollywood’s much-loved legal-comedy franchise Jolly LLB has now itself landed in legal trouble. A civil court in Pune has issued notices to actor Akshay Kumar, actor Arshad Warsi, and director Subhash Kapoor, following allegations that the forthcoming instalment, Jolly LLB 3, mocks the judiciary and court system.

The case was filed by lawyer Wajed Rahim Khan, who claimed that several scenes in the film demean lawyers and judges.

• He specifically pointed out a dialogue where judges were addressed as “Mama” (uncle), which he argued undermines the dignity of the judiciary.
• Speaking to the media, Khan said: “Lawyers must be shown respect. What the film has portrayed is entirely wrong. That is why I approached the court.”

The court has now directed Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi and Subhash Kapoor to appear in person on 28 October 2025 at 11 a.m.

The controversy traces back to 2024, when the teaser of the film was released. Before the court’s notice, Chandravhan Singh Rathore, President of the Ajmer District Bar Association, also voiced strong criticism:

• He alleged that the earlier Jolly LLB films had failed to respect the sanctity of the judiciary.
• According to him, “The filmmakers, director, and actors do not honour the dignity of the constitutional judicial system.”
• Rathore further accused the actors of displaying indecorous behaviour during shooting in Ajmer’s DRM office and surrounding rural areas, where filming is still ongoing.

Franchise at a Glance

The Upcoming Film

• Director: Subhash Kapoor
• Producers: Star Studios 18
• Stars: Akshay Kumar & Arshad Warsi (appearing together for the first time in the franchise)
• Scheduled Release Date: 19 September 2025