From Chhaava to Jodhaa Akbar: Bollywood films that courted controversy

From Chhaava to Jodhaa Akbar: Bollywood films that courted controversy

By Entertainment Desk January 28, 2025 

Chhaava (2025)

Vicky Kaushal is going to play the role of Chatrapti Sambha Ji in the upcoming film Chhaava. The movie that is slated to release on February 14, is courting controversy over the ‘lezim’ dance scene. Director Laxman Utekar has now decided to remove the song from the movie for now.

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Padmaavat (2018)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s epic period drama Padmavat, starring Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, faced backlash from Rajput groups over alleged historical inaccuracies and disrespectful portrayal.

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Bajirao Mastaani (2015)

The film stirred controversy for its portrayal of Maratha Peshwa Bajirao and his relationship with Mastani, with accusations of historical inaccuracies surrounding their depiction.

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Jodhaa Akbar  (2008)

Jodhaa Akbar, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, faced backlash for historical inaccuracies, leading to bans in Rajasthan, UP, Haryana, and Uttarakhand, before being eventually lifted.

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Samrat Prithviraj (2022)

The Akshay Kumar starrer faced protests over issues like historical accuracy, community objections, title changes, and other controversies.

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Mangal Pandey: The Rising (2005)

The film on India’s first war of independence starring Aamir Khan faced backlash from political groups, claiming it distorted historical events and misrepresented key moments in history.

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Manikarnika (2019)

Manikarnika, a film about Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi, faced allegations of distortion of history. It has Kangana Ranaut in the titular role.

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Panipat (2019)

Vishvendra Singh, a cabinet minister and descendant of Jat ruler Maharaja Surajmal, joined protests against the period film, calling for its ban.

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Gooliyon Ki Raasleela: Ram-Leela (2013)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Ram Leela faced controversy over its title, deemed inappropriate due to themes of sex and violence, leading activists to file a case in Delhi High Court.

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Oh My God OMG (2012)

Oh My God faced backlash for depicting rituals that offended Hindu sentiments, leading to widespread disapproval, and putting the filmmakers in a challenging situation.

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