'Tanhaji' gets tax-free in UP, Ajay Devgn thanks CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow: Ajay Devgn starrer war movie 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior' has been declared as GST (SGST) free in Uttar Pradesh by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, for which the actor thanked him on Tuesday.
The state government spokesperson informed that CM Adityanath took this decision in view of Tanaji Malusare's bravery and his sacrificial life so that that the movie can inspire a larger audience.
Earlier, Ajay Devgn, the co-producer and lead actor in the movie met CM Yogi to make the feature film tax-free in Uttar Pradesh. The 50-year-old actor took to Twitter as he thanked Adityanath, his tweet reads, Thank you Shri Yogi Adityanathji for making #TanhajiTheUnsungWarrior Tax-Free in Uttar Pradesh. I would also be delighted Sir if you watched our film @myogiadityanath#TanhajiUnitesIndia"
Thank you Shri Yogi Adityanathji for making #TanhajiTheUnsungWarrior Tax-Free in Uttar Pradesh. I would also be delighted Sir if you watched our film ðŸ™@myogiadityanath #TanhajiUnitesIndia
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) January 14, 2020
The biographical period film, 'Tanaji - The Unsung Warrior' is based on the heroic saga of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's courageous and devoted commander Tanhaji Malusare.
It shows Ajay Devgn essaying the role of Maratha warrior Tanhaji Malusare fighting for the principles 'Bhagwa' (saffron) flag and 'Swaraj' (home-rule) and 'Satya' (truth).
It shows Taanaji Malusare fighting for the principles 'Bhagwa' (saffron) flag and 'Swaraj' (home-rule) and 'Satya' (truth).
Kajol, who essays the role of the wife of Tanhaji, Savitribai Malusare, is shown as a strong character, who accompanies him in taking firm decisions.
Saif Ali Khan, who plays the antagonist, comes out strong as Uday Bhan, a Rajput official, who works for Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.
