Protesters in France utilize an old video from 2021, circulating it as a form of dissent against the scheduled premiere of the Chhaava film in 2025.
In recent times, a viral claim has circulated suggesting that the Muslim community in Paris rioted in protest against the release of the historical drama "Chhaava". However, fact-checking has revealed this claim to be false.
On 24th January 2021, in the Villepinte district of Paris, France, an incident occurred where unidentified individuals attacked a police patrol unit. This incident was captured on video and later shared widely online. The video shows individuals attacking a police vehicle in the Pantin area of Paris, during a search of a vehicle.
Contrary to the viral claim, there is no evidence to suggest that this incident was a protest against the release of "Chhaava", which was not released until February 2025. In fact, the attackers were found to be filming a rap video in the same area, and they clashed with the police during the search.
Four individuals were arrested in connection with the incident, and the authorities had to use tear gas to disperse the crowd. The video from 24th January 2021 has no connection to the release of "Chhaava".
It's worth noting that no credible reports confirming a riot by the Muslim community in Paris against the release of "Chhaava" were found. Given the significance of such an incident, the lack of media coverage suggests that it did not occur.
The historical drama "Chhaava" was released in theatres worldwide on 14th February 2025, and the viral video is confirmed to be over four years old. The same video was posted on the French X handle 'Commissaires de Police SICP' on 25th January 2021, and it was confirmed as an X post by French media organization Actu17 dated 25th January 2021.
In conclusion, the viral claim about the riot by the Muslim community in Paris against the release of "Chhaava" has not been substantiated. The incident on 24th January 2021 in Paris was unrelated to any protests. It is important to verify information before sharing it to prevent the spread of misinformation.
