Legal notice to Pori Moni, unconditional apology
A legal notice has been sent to actress Pori Moni seeking an unconditional apology for harassing a journalist and insulting the national anthem. He has been asked to apologise in writing for the incident that took place in the court premises within the next seven days.
Supreme Court lawyer Khandaker Hasan Shahriar sent the notice on Sunday (November 8). Pori Moni, president and general secretary of Bangladesh Film Artists Association, is the recipient of the notice. The notice also mentions Pori Moni’s real name Shamsunnahar Smriti.
The notice not only apologizes for past incidents but also instructs them to refrain from using obscene language, dialogue, threats, acting and gestures in the future. At the same time, it has been urged not to perform obscene nude or half-naked dances.
In addition, they have been asked to refrain from activities that can be captured and displayed in any medium, including films, videos, audio-visuals, still images or graphics, which have no artistic or educational value. According to the notice, Pori Moni will have to tender an unconditional apology in writing within the next seven days.
