During her career, Deepika Padukone has been included in a lot of controversies. latest? A rumor fall with ‘Animal’ director Sandeep Reddy Wanga has once again ignited speculation and divided the Internet.
Deepika’s film selection often gave rise to controversy and created a hot public discussion, resulting in anything from political boycott to rallies. There are many films here which took bets long before joining ‘Spirit’.
Golian’s Raslela Ram-Lala (2013)
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s romantic epic was originally given the title of Ram-Lela until religious groups accused of hurting Hindu sentiments. Legal challenges and public protests forced a name to change, but Deepika’s powerful performance was widely praised.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Stphrclkx6Q
Padmavat (2018)
The outrage was triggered by Deepika’s depiction of Rani Padmavati, as some felt that the film depicted a oblique picture of Rani and perverted historical events.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Padmavat’ became one of the most controversial Indian films of the decade as a result of the dangers and censorship struggles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=- DMHGHMI7C
Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Deepika was praised by critics for depiction of strong and elegant Mastani, while the Maratha descendants reacted negatively to the romantic depiction of Bajirao’s personal life. Despite criticism, it was a box office success.
A petition targeted the ‘Pinga’ dance sequence, particularly in ‘Bajirao Mastani’, claiming that it was angered by Marathi cultural sentiments and traditions, which was widespread controversy and protests during the release of the film.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehoc-4D7MJY
Print (2020)
Deepika Padukone’s Chhapak soon got a major PR shock before it was released, when she joined a protest at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi, resulting in a “anti-national” label. The film was suffering at the box office due to false news, right -wing propaganda and constant legal challenges, which saw its important social message.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kigyoi1n0mk
Plateau (2023)
Despite the box office success, the controversy dominated Pathan’s advertisement run. Religious and political groups strictly criticized the film for allegedly violating Hindu sensations, when Deepika appeared in saffron bikini during the song ‘Besharam Rang’. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) finally requested a change, demanding a boycott of the film after the weeks trending hashtag.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xl9kfug8lc
