New Delhi, Feb. 12 -- The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the makers of the Netflix film 'Ghooskhor Pandat' to change its title, observing that it was denigrative of a particular community and could not be permitted under the Constitution.

A bench led by Justice BV Nagarathna issued notice to the respondent filmmakers and asked them to suggest an alternative title.

The Court also directed them to file an affidavit indicating the proposed new name and detailing any other changes made in compliance with its order. The matter has been listed for further hearing on February 19.

The Court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a stay on the release and screening of the upcoming film, alleging that the title and promotiona...