Mumbai, July 16 -- Founder, director, and creative head of Ele Animations, Durga Prasad Dalai has issued a statement after the Orissa High Court stayed the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath', saying the movie was created with "honesty, sincerity and devotion" towards Lord Jagannath and that the makers have approached the Supreme Court for relief.

In an official statement, Dalai said 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' is an extension of the animated series 'Jay Jagannath' and was made with the intention of celebrating faith, culture and devotion.

"Mahaprabhu Jagannath is an extension of our animated series Jay Jagannath, created with the utmost honesty, sincerity and devotion for Lord Jagannath and His devotees. The film is a heartf...