The filmmakers took the CBFC to the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT). In a landmark decision, FCAT overturned the ban, stating the film was and that the CBFC’s refusal was based on a "non-existent uncleared path." The film was eventually released with an 'A' (Adult) certificate, meaning only audiences 18+ could watch it.

Despite the controversy, the film was a commercial success and was declared a at the box office. Content Advisory

Rihana is the character most young viewers identified with. A college student, she hides her jeans and t-shirts under her burkha, listening to Miley Cyrus and dreaming of becoming a pop star like her idol, Rihanna. Her rebellion is small but significant—stealing lingerie, dyeing

The film interweaves four distinct narratives: