Padmavati Controversy

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Deepika Padukone in a still from the controversial movie slated to be released on January 25. (Photo: File)

SC to hear 'Padmaavat' producers plea against ban by various states

Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh have banned the movie citing law and order issues.

17 Jan 2018 5:44 PM

Padmaavat row: Karni Sena members protest outside CBFC office; get detained

At the CBFC examining committee meeting, it was decided that the movie would be given a U/A certification.

12 Jan 2018 6:30 PM

Deepika Padukone in 'Padmaavat' song 'Ghoomar'.

After Rajasthan, Deepika Padukone starrer Padmaavat won't release in Gujarat and MP

The CBFC has suggested five modifications in 'Padmavati', which included changing the title to 'Padmavat'.

12 Jan 2018 4:41 PM

The CBFC under Pahlaj Nihalani led to several controversies in the past few years.

Pahlaj Nihalani questions CBFC's role in 'Padmavati' matter

The release date of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s controversial period film is yet to be finalised.

31 Dec 2017 12:04 PM

As she interacts with the audience, Priyanka Chopra patiently listens to a fan speak.

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28 Dec 2017 12:07 AM

Padmavati Row: Royal family member has reservations about joining the panel

As per reports, Singh had earlier written to the CBFC for clarifications on certain matters of the film.

27 Dec 2017 1:41 PM

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18 Dec 2017 4:05 PM

Ranveer Singh as Alaudin Khilji in 'Padmavati'.

Here’s why Ranveer Singh would cry amidst Padmavati shoot

‘Padmavati’ was supposed to release in theatres on December 1st but didn't due to the Karni Sena controversy.

13 Dec 2017 7:16 PM

Editor Lenin slams Deepika Padukone as Padmavati

Deepika Padukone gets slammed by Editor Lenin

Editor B. Lenin had some complaints not only regarding Deepika Padukone, but also Amala Paul for her sensual role in 'Thiruttu Payale 2'.

05 Dec 2017 5:28 PM

A Mumbai tabloid stated that the director intends to hold reconciliatory meetings with chief ministers of states banning Padmavati.

Fake news strikes Padmavati

Rubbishing earlier reports, sources say that SLB has no plans to meet chief ministers to convince them to release Padmavati.

05 Dec 2017 12:12 AM

Ranveer and Deepika outside Director Zoya Akhtar’s house.

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh finally meet

Ranveer was very upset and angry at the threats made not just to Deepika, but also to Bhansali.

03 Dec 2017 1:07 AM

His remarks, however, assume significance as they come amid protests by many groups against Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed Padmavati, alleging that the movie distorts history. (Photo: File)

Violent threats unacceptable in democracy, says Venkaiah amid Padmavati row

Not directly referring to the controversy, but films and art in general, he warned against undermining the rule of law in the country.

25 Nov 2017 1:37 PM

Members of the Rajput community during a protest at Azad Maidan against the film.

CM Fadnavis in bind over Padmavati

Unlike other BJP-ruled states’ leaders, he’s silent on ban.

24 Nov 2017 2:21 AM

Earlier on Wednesday, Kalvi announced even if the changes were made in the film, 'Padmavati', they would not allow its release.

We maintain stand on ‘Padmavati’, will appeal to PM to ban film, says Karni Sena

Further maintaining his stand on banning the movie, he said, ‘If a new date of release is announced, we will be ready to protest again’.

23 Nov 2017 5:21 PM

‘We have been reading about the queen's sacrifice from childhood. Distortion of history will not be tolerated,’ Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said. (Photo: PTI File)

Chapter on 'Padmavati' to be included in school curriculum, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

On Monday, Chouhan said the film would not be allowed to release in the state unless the objectionable scenes were removed.

23 Nov 2017 1:23 PM

Cryptic Ali expresses displeasure

While his tweet doesn’t mention anything clearly, it perhaps seems like it’s in lines with the Padmavati controversy.

22 Nov 2017 2:49 AM

The Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed epic drama, Padmavati has been facing huge protest by various groups. (Photo: PTI File)

Bhansali 'playing with public sentiments', says Yogi on Padmavati row

Lashing out at the film-maker, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi A said Bhansali was 'habitual of playing with public sentiments'.

21 Nov 2017 2:11 PM

Historical experts must review 'Padmavati', not filmstars: Rajasthan CM bans film in state

Raje has suggested that the storyline of the film should be reviewed by historical experts and not film stars.

21 Nov 2017 10:26 AM

MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan also announced a memorial to be built in Padmavati's memory. (Photo: File)

Padmavati to not release in MP unless makers remove objectionable scenes, says CM

The chief minister said that Queen Padmavati's sacrifice is history and distortion of history will not be tolerated.

20 Nov 2017 5:04 PM

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