New Delhi: `Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway` hit the theatres right this moment and whereas many are loving the good storytelling within the movie (which as per the makers relies on true occasions), some haven`t taken the narrative of the movie too properly.
Earlier this morning, the Norwegian Ambassador to India, Hans Jacob Frydenlund mentioned that the movie incorrectly depicts the nation`s (Norway`s) perception in household life. The Norwegian envoy mentioned that the movie has “factual inaccuracies” and the story is a “fictional representation of the case.”
And now, Sagarika Chakraborty, the real-life inspiration behind the story, the girl who lived the ordeal proven within the movie, has come ahead to refute the assertion given by the Norwegian envoy. She is the girl who stood up in opposition to the federal government of Norway to combat for the best to be reunited together with her youngsters after they have been taken away from her and positioned in foster care and instructed that they won’t be returned till the age of 18.
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In a video, Sagarika mentioned, “Hi. I condemn the false statement by the Norwegian ambassador in the papers today…he spoke about my case without having any decency to ask me. He should take this as an opportunity to sensitize Norwegian caseworkers about cultural prejudice. Even 10 years after I have single-handedly brought up my children so well in full view of the world. When the whole world can see the beautiful bond between my children and me.”
She added, “The Norwegian Government continues to spread lies against me. Till today, they have not apologised for the racism of their caseworkers. They destroyed my life, and my reputation and traumatized my children. They supported my husband when he was cruel to me and they call themselves a `feminist country`. In Oslo and other parts of Norway, and (even) other parts of the world, people are very eager to watch the film and all the tickets are sold out. People coming from Norway and other countries want to meet me. And, last not least, the Indian Government helped me a lot and will continue to support such families in the future. Jai Hind.”
The movie`s producer Nikkhil Advani additionally issued a press release revealing that they hosted the Norwegian ambassador to India final night for a particular screening throughout which the latter “admonish(ed) two strong women who have chosen to tell this very important story (Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway).”
He additionally connected Sagaraika`s video together with it. Here`s what he wrote: “`Atithi Devo Bhava!` is a cultural mandate in India. Every Indian is taught that by our elders. Last evening we hosted the Norwegian Ambassador and volunteered to show him our film “Mrs Chatteriee vs Norway.”
Post the screening I sat quietly watching him admonish two sturdy ladies who’ve chosen to inform this essential story. I used to be quiet as a result of similar to Sagarika Chakraborty, they don`t want me to combat for them and “culturally” we don’t insult our friends. As far as clarification is worried. Video Attached.”
The Norwegian Ambassador earlier mentioned, “Children will never be taken away from their families based on cultural differences described. Eating with their hands or having children sleep in bed with their parents are not considered practices harmful to children and are not uncommon in Norway, irrespective of cultural background. Child welfare is not driven by profit. The alleged claim that `the more children put into the foster system, the more money they make` is completely false. Alternative care is a matter of responsibility and not a money-making entity. The reason for placing children in alternative care is if they are subject to neglect, violence or other forms of abuse,” learn the assertion.
Frydenlund additional said that Norway is a democratic, multicultural society and the Norwegian Child Welfare Act applies to all youngsters in Norway, no matter their ethnic background or nationality.
“We sympathize with the affected families, particularly the children. For those involved, there is no denying that such experiences are difficult. Child welfare cases are not easy. Certainly not for the children, not for the parents and not for the Child Welfare Service tasked with finding the right solution,” he added.
In the movie, Rani essays the position of a mom battling the state for her youngsters. The movie relies on Sagarika Chakaraborty`s e-book `The Journey of a Mother`. Helmed by Ashima Chibber, `Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway` additionally stars Neena Gupta, Jim Sarbh and Anirban Bhattacharya amongst others.
