Paresh Rawal's The Taj Story, Labeled Propaganda, Streams on Jio Hotstar

Paresh Rawal's The Taj Story Arrives on Jio Hotstar

Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal leads the Hindi courtroom drama The Taj Story, which has now debuted on Jio Hotstar, eight months after its theatrical release in October 2025. The film, written and directed by Tushar Amrish Goel, generated significant controversy during its initial run, with critics describing it as a "Hindutva propaganda film" due to its narrative suggesting the Taj Mahal was originally a Hindu temple.

Despite the presence of seasoned actors like Zakir Hussain, Amruta Khanvilkar, Namit Das, and Sneha Wagh, the movie struggled at the box office and failed to make an impact with mainstream audiences. The Taj Story underwent a lengthy clearance process with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), reportedly taking several months because of its contentious subject matter.

Produced by CA Suresh Jha under the Swarnim Global Services Pvt. Ltd banner, the film's arrival on OTT comes after a period of muted theatrical response. The digital release on Jio Hotstar offers a new platform for viewers to engage with the film, especially those who missed its cinema run or are curious about the debate it sparked.

With its courtroom setting and provocative storyline, The Taj Story's OTT debut is likely to reignite discussions about historical narratives in Indian cinema. Whether streaming audiences will respond differently compared to its theatrical fate remains to be seen.