Controversies surrounding Padmaavat (originally Padmavati) are no more in sight to die down any sooner.
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The film was first set to release on December 1 last year, however, soon after the film crew and stars received deadly threats followed by protests, its release was deferred.
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The film was cleared for release by India’s Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after critically passing it through the chopping block. However, even this could not satisfy the outrageous protestors. The film has been banned at government level in different parts of the country.
The filmmakers of the historical drama on Monday listed disclaimers through front page advertisements in newspapers clarifying that the movie never had dream sequence involving Alauddin Khilji and Rani Padmavati, plus it is a movie that every Indian will be proud of.
The ad comes a day after the film’s release date is officially announced by Bhansali Productions and Viacom18 Motion Pictures.
“Padmavat is a film that every India will be proud of. Please visit your nearest theatre on January 25 to experience it yourself,” the statement at the end of the ad reads. The picture on the ad features lead actress Deepika Padukone. The movie also features Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh in pivotal roles.
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Here are the points clarified by the team of Sanjay Leela Bhansali:
* The film Padmavat is based on the epic Padmavat by Sufi poet Malik Muhammad Jayasi which is a revered work of fiction.
* The film does not have and never had a dream sequence between Alauddin Khilji and Rani Padmavati.
* We have made this film as an ode to the famed valour, legacy and courage of Rajputs.
* The film portrays Rani Padmavati with utmost respect and does not tarnish her repute or misrepresent her character in any manner.
* The film has been cleared with only five modifications by the CBFC and is officially approved for release in India with a U/A certificate.
* There are no further cuts or modifications to the film.
* We are grateful to the government authorities, CBFC, film fraternity and our fans for their support.
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