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Every community has its own viewpoint on a social issue. That usually varies with the time. What was considered too outrageous some thirty years ago is seen pretty normal now. Why? Then it calls for a serious introspection vis-a-vis the social changes, and our acceptance of lot many things. Well, we love to consume now anything which is seemingly mouth-watering, even though they may cause social indigestion and spiritual anaemia.
After a week of release of the most controversial Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film Padmaavat saw a positive sign from the Karni Sena, as the community has declared the withdrawal of the protest.
The Supreme Court has rejected the petition to ban Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmaavat in the states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The court has said that the violent elements cannot be promoted, the state governments will have to manage the law system. After the Supreme Court order, the film will now release its scheduled date all over the country on January 25.
Rebuffing all the media grapevines about the role of Central Board of Film Certification, renowned lyrists and CBFC Chief Prasoon Joshi said that people are unnecessarily fuelling untrue stories to tarnish the image of the apex board.
After getting U/A certificate biggest controversy ‘Padmavat-i’ will finally hit big screens on January 25th. The film was on the shelf from December 1st, but now the wait for fans ends. Padmavat-i is going to clash with Akshay Kumar’s PadMan as the latter is going to release on January 26th.
Questioning the intent of Central Board of Film Certification on the issue of 'Padmavati' erstwhile royal of Udaipur Arvind Singh who witnessed the special CBFC screening has slammed the top certification body for engineering the alleged drama of special screening.
Responding to the allegations of royal family member Mahendra Singh Mewar and another panelist who attended the special screening of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmavati, Central Board of Film Certification chief Prasoon Joshi said that CBFC is the only authority to take a final call on issuing a certificate to Deepika Padukone starrer epic drama.
The year’s biggest controversy Padmavati finally gets U/A certificate from Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). But there is a twist in the tale that it might release with a new title Padmavat. Also the board has suggested 26 cuts to the film.
Six-member Central Board of Film Certification panel is all set to verify the authenticity of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's most controversial though most sought after movie of the year 2017.
Vishvaraj Singh, member of erstwhile royal of Udaipur who was approached by the by Central Board of Film Certification in-charge Prasoon Joshi to attend the screening of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's period drama ‘Padmavati’ has clarified that he would respond positively to the request of CBFC officials only after the appropriate response to his queries on content.
Central Board of Film Certification, who is looking into the matter of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's “Padmavati” has invited Mewar royal family member Vishvaraj Singh for the special screening. According to media reports, veteran lyricist and CBFC chairman Prasoon Joshi on Thursday requested Vishvaraj Singh to attend the meeting with CBFC panelist in order to finalize the certification of Deepika Padukone starrer Padmavati.
For the first time breaking silence over the raging controversy of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest outing "Padmavati", veteran actress Priyanka Chopra anticipates that the epic drama of the legendary director will enthrall the audience with its intriguing screenplay.
Recalling the memories of Padmavati shooting, handsome hunk Shahid Kapoor who is easing the role of Maharawal Ratan Singh in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama has described "Padmavati" as the memorable film of his career.
Appreciating the balanced stand of CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi amidst the dramatic controversy of Deepika Padukone starrer epic drama Padmavati, veteran actress Kangana Ranaut expressed that new CBFC Chairmen would address all the issues regarding Padmavati. She was speaking at the panel discussion during the launch of Shobha De’s latest book ‘Seventy and To Hell With It’ on Wednesday.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje who is facing the heat from film fraternity for keeping mum on the alleged hate campaign against Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s epic drama Padmavati has once again mentioned that people of Rajasthan won’t tolerate the erroneous depiction of Padmavati.
Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, the Makers of Sanjay Lila Bhansali’s most controversial though much anticipated period drama Padmavati are all set for the fresh certification process. According to media reports, officials of Central Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) would take the final call on the alleged objections raised by various social organizations against the contain of Deepika Padukone starrer flick.
Responding to the reports of a state-wide ban on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Padmavati', Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh assured that state government would not prohibit the screening of controversial period drama. Speaking at the programme organized by The Tribune Employees Union, Chandigarh, the Chief Minister mentioned that the producers must ensure the correct projection of the historical tale.
Condemning the hate campaign against Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Deepika Padukone who is helming the titular role in the epic dram Padmavati, veteran actress Kangana Ranaut opined that instead of targeting individuals, society must unite against the orthodox mindset where fringe elements are targeting people from the film fraternity. Kangana, who recently turned down the signature campaign of Shabana Azmi, has voiced her support for team Padmavati.
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Questioning the signature outreach drive engineered by Shabana Azmi, actress Kangana Ranaut asserted that she doesn’t want to get associated with the camping initiated by Shabana Azmi. As quoted by NDTV, the actress has clearly expressed her reservations about Shabana Azmi.
For the first time breaking his silence on the raging controversy of Sanjay Lila Bhansali’s epic drama Padmavati, BJP Chief Amit Shah pitched for the constitution of a committee of historians to substantiate the alleged distortion of historical events.
BJP patriarch and former home Minister Lal Krishna Advani voiced his support in favor of Padmavati director Sanjay Lila Bhansali. On Thursday, the Parliamentary panel under the Chairmanship of Anurag Thakur quizzed Bhansali over the recent controversy associated with his period drama. As reported by The Hindu, the former BJP leader opposed the move of banning movie even before its grand releases.
In order to streamline the objections raised against the content of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Padmavati”, the parliamentary panel will discuss the burning issue with makers of period drama. According to media reports, the 30-member parliamentary under the Chairmanship of MP Anurag Thakur would discuss the range of controversial issue irrupted by the epic drama.
Condemning the hate campaign against director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and actress Deepika Padukone, veteran actor Nana Patekar opined that under any conditions violent threats issued by fringe elements are unacceptable.
Padmavati director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and leading production outlet Viacom 18 today field a fresh application for the official certification of the 3D version epic drama Padmavati. As reported by leading new agency, makers are planning to release the most anticipated period drama in 3D version.
Turning down the petition of ML Sharma, the Supreme Court once again reiterated that the apex legal body would not intervene in the process of film certification which is the ultimate prerogative of CBFC.
Reiterating the stand of the apex court, Delhi High Court today rejected the plea challenging the against the release of Padmavati, a period drama helmed by Sanjay Lila Bhansali.
In view of the ensuing elections in the state and maintaining law and order situation, the Gujarat government has decided against allowing screening of controversial film Padmavati.
For the first time breaking his silence over the raging controversy of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmavati veteran actor Kamal Haasan expressed that intellectual class must respond to the atrocities faced by the creative fraternity. Venting his anger on Twitter Haasan backed actress Deepika Padukone for her epic period drama.
Clearing the air on the contentious issue of Padmavati, CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi slammed director Sanjay Lila Bhansali for arranging special screening even before the official certification. As reported by ANI, Joshi who heads the apex film board was reportedly annoyed with the violation of CBFC guidelines.
Rejecting the demand of BJP MLC Lahar Singh, Karnataka Home Minister Ramalinga Reddy said that state government will not impose any ban on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmavati.
Condemning the derogatory remarks against Padmavati actress Deepika Padukone, veteran filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar urged people not to make wild allegations against the epic drama of Sanjay Lila Bhansali.
In an emotional appeal, Padmavati actor Shahid Kapoor urged people to shun all the prejudices about his latest epic celluloid. Reiterating the stand of director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Shahid stated that the whole production team has maintained the sanctity of the historic tale.
Denouncing all the petition filed against the grand releases of Deepika Padukone starrer ‘Padmavati’, the Supreme Court has cleared the air for the much anticipated Hindi period film of 2017.
Questioning the approach of director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the Central Board of Film Certification stated that makers of 'Padmavati' are not following the guidelines of the Film Certification board. As reported by Deccan Chronicle, the CBFC official informed that the director has not initiated any steps for the official Certification of his latest outing.
The most awaited ‘Padmavati’- The Sanjay Leela Bhansali film’s trailer was launched today. The masterful piece displaying the ‘royalty’ and ‘elegance’- serves a royal treat to eyes. Grand tribute to the ‘Rajput’, Starring Shahid Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are just into their characters. What a visual delight!
