The Indian Express website has been rated GREEN for its credibility and trustworthiness by Newsguard, a global service that rates news sources for their journalistic standards. Its not like this was unexpected. "I don't know all the details, but I do believe discussions were had and there's a big desire from Marvel and myself we talked about this to not change the cut of the movie," she said. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. The reason was just a single line referring to a lesbian relationship. The ban was due to Disneys decision not to censor a kissing scene between two gay characters. The Eternal Phastos has a husband and children. The UAE announced six months ago that it would do away with film censorship and instead introduce a 21+ rating. However, it looks like the MCU venture will be missing out on major markets in the Middle East as some countries have decided not to release the movie at the box office. The ban was prompted by Lebanese group Campaign to Boycott Supporters of Israel-Lebanon because the pics lead actress, Gal Gadot, is Israeli and a former soldier in that countrys army. It made these Arab countries looks so ignorant and pathetic., Variety confirmed Thursday that the film has been banned in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar ahead of its release across the Gulf region on Nov. 11. Armchair Imagineer. The newspaper didnt give any reason for the ban but its most likely because of the character Phastos who is the first openly gay hero. They are basically saying no to moneyallowing entire countries and regions to ban the film,an almost unheard-of move when it comes to big corporations. Marvel Studios latest Eternals has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, as per The Hollywood Reporter. One of the Hollywood stars, Haaz Sleiman who also happens to be the gay superhero in the Marvel movie Eternals slammed the Arab nations. We want, more than anything else, is for you to love, cherish, engage and criticize HoursTV.com so we can always deliver the best to you. Is Akshay Kumar Supporting War with Pakistan? Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. Directed byChlo Zhao, the film also featuresGemma Chan as Sersi,Richard Madden asIkaris,Salma HayekasAjak, Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo,Angelina JolieasThena, Kit HaringtonasDane Whitman, Lauren Ridloff as Makkari, and Barry Keoghan as Druig. In 2021, Marvel released The Eternals, which featured Phastos, a gay, married man, and his husband. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. The film is one of A24s biggest-budget productions to date. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. MCU The film was recently released in different parts of the world but got banned in some Arab countries. All rights reserved. For decades, Disney has positioned itself as Hollywood's most family-friendly major studio which traditionally has meant avoiding same-sex relationships on screen altogether. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. 'Eternals' To Not Release In Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain And Oman; Here's Why Touted as one of the biggest MCU films, Chlo Zhao directed super-god film Eternals has been banned from releasing in some of the major Middle Eastern countries Written By Princia Hendriques Image: Instagram/@MarvelStudios Its been a while since a movie has been banned in Kuwait but according to Al Jarida newspaper, the Marvel Studios film Eternals has been banned in Kuwait. Sleiman, who is of Lebanese origin, is also openly gay. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. In 2021, Marvel released The Eternals, which featured Phastos, a gay, married man, and his husband. Were told theres hope that some territories in the region may still release the film, but the word is that key markets such as Saudi Arabia and Kuwait wont be showing it. How Viral Dance of Pakistani Girl Has United India and Pakistan? Upon the news about Eternals getting banned in multiple Arab countries, some Hollywood celebrities spoke about it. The newspaper didnt give any reason for the ban but its most likely because of the character Phastos who is the first openly gay hero. Eternals is still slated to release domestically on November 5, 2021. All Rights Reserved. Deadline reports Eternals has been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman, and that the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt are releasing a censored version of the movie. The UAE announced six months ago that it would do away with film censorship and instead introduce a 21+ rating. Copyright 2020 The Direct Media Group LLC. Disney held firm on that movie and refused to censor it, so hopefully this is proof that the studio is entering a new era in which it supports its filmmakers' visions and won't compromise its movies to achieve the widest possible appeal. 'Eternals' features track composed and produced by BTS' Jimin; Chlo Zhao reveals why, Eternals: Angelina Jolie reveals her look as Thena was a bit much for her children to take, Angelina Jolie talks about joining 'Eternals' cast, says 'It's very inclusive & diverse', Angelina Jolie dodges question about her relationship with The Weeknd; Read, BJP Vs AAP in MCD: From violent clashes in night to early morning poster wars; Key points, Rift in Mahagathbandhan? It's quite notable how Marvel Studios and Disney are putting their footdown and refusing to make any changes or edits that wouldget rid of the important representation held withinEternals. All Rights Reserved. Although the film was scheduled to be released on November 11, neither the studio northe local territories have officially provided areason for cancelling the release. Marvel Studios' "Eternals" will not play in theaters in the Middle Eastern countries of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, or Qatar. Its said that in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman, the censors wanted further cuts beyond any scenes of intimacy and that Disney opted not to make the edits, so Eternals isnt going to be released. Future Club 33 Member. Upon the news about Eternals getting banned in multiple Arab countries, some Hollywood celebrities spoke about it. Marvel Studios latest Eternals has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, as per The Hollywood Reporter. Sources suggest the inclusion of the MCU's first same-gender couple is causing issues in the Gulf. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. The anticipated robust overseas box office of Disney/MarvelsEternals,which posted a first day of $7.6M, will definitely not have Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman in its future release plans. Eternals was originally scheduled to open in the region on Nov. 11. In the past, Disney and other studios have released edited versions of films in regions where that content is seen as objectionable. The latter is hosting the World Cup later this year. HoursTV.com is in the business of keeping its readers happy. Marvel Cinematic Universe's star-studded action-adventure flick Eternals is enjoying a theatrical release across the USA as well as India on November 5. For additional context, for nations in the Gulf,homosexuality is stillillegal. 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