India, May 7 -- Vivek Agnihotri's film The Bengal Files is set to be screened in Kolkata from Friday, months after facing release hurdles in West Bengal.

The development comes after Agnihotri alleged that the film was previously blocked from screening in the state. He also claimed that efforts had been made earlier to restrict its theatrical release.

Following the recent political developments in West Bengal, Agnihotri took to social media platform X, referencing the controversy around the film and stating that despite opposition, the team ensured the film reached audiences across the state in limited form.

According to reports, the film will now be screened in Kolkata cinemas, with plans underway to expand its release to other theatre...