Sanjay Leela Bhansali: News

27 Jan 2018

Deepika Padukone

Karni Sena to make a film on Bhansali's mother

The whole Karni Sena-Padmavati saga is getting murkier by the day. With every new dawn, they are "showering" Sanjay Leela Bhansali with new attacks.

27 Jan 2018

Gurugram

Gurgaon's Ambience Mall "cancels" Padmaavat screening to mislead miscreants

To mislead miscreants protesting against the release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film Padmaavat, Gurgaon's Ambience Mall recently pasted cancellation circulars of the movie at the mall.

25 Jan 2018

India

All you need to know about the Karni Sena

Even as the film Padmaavat hits the screen, Rajput Karni Sena's protests have made the screening difficult in states like Gujarat and Rajasthan.

25 Jan 2018

India

Adding to makers' woes, Padmaavat leaked online on release day

The same day Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial Padmaavat released after a lengthy battle, admins of a Facebook page decided to leak the whole movie online.

24 Jan 2018

Bollywood

Padmaavat movie review: Ranveer Singh walks away with the crown

Contrary to all the rants we have been hearing about this Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial 'Padmaavat', it is nothing but a breath of fresh air around the rather claustrophobic activities we have been witnessing for the past 3 months.

23 Jan 2018

India

With two days remaining, what would become of Padmaavat?

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmaavat is no longer just a film. Though the period drama isn't political, watching it would be.

22 Jan 2018

Deepika Padukone

Rajput women threaten to kill themselves if Padmaavat released

On Sunday, thousands of Rajput women went on a 'Chetavani Rally' in Chittorgarh, a warning to the administration that if 'Padmaavat' is released, they will commit 'jauhar.'

20 Jan 2018

Madhya Pradesh

Despite SC directive, no Padmaavat screening in Gujarat

Gujarat's multiplex owners have decided not to screen Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film Padmaavat as they face threats from fringe groups like Karni Sena, that could lead to loss of property and business.

20 Jan 2018

Delhi Police

Lawyer Harish Salve threatened for defending 'Padmaavat'; files police complaint

The Delhi Police filed an FIR on Friday against an unknown person for allegedly threatening senior lawyer Harish Salve, who defended Padmaavat's director Sanjay Leela Bhansali in the Supreme Court recently.

19 Jan 2018

India

Padmaavat effect: 'PadMan' postpones its release date

Just a few days ago, the lead actor of 'PadMan' Akshay had said that the clash with 'Padmaavat' doesn't affect him.

16 Jan 2018

India

'Padmaavat' becomes first Indian movie to have an IMAX-3D release

The most-awaited movie of the year, Padmaavat, has finally seen the day of light. It has now got a release date of January 25.

14 Jan 2018

Deepika Padukone

Padmaavat to hit theatres on 25th January

The makers of the controversy-ridden epic period drama Padmaavat (previously titled 'Padmavati') have officially announced the film's release date.

14 Jan 2018

India

Padmaavat: Here's what happens when 'I' is dropped

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmavati is now called Padmaavat.

13 Jan 2018

Sri Lanka

Now, Sri Lankan Prime Minister wants to watch 'Padmaavat'

One can say that Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmaavat' that has constantly been marred by controversies has finally seen the day of light. It is slated to be released on January 25.

10 Jan 2018

Deepika Padukone

Saif Ali Khan will watch 'Padmavat' before 'Padman'

Actor Saif Ali Khan, who is gearing up for his big release 'Kaalkaandi', recently spoke at length about the controversy laden movie 'Padmavat'.

09 Jan 2018

Rajasthan

No release for Padmavat in Rajasthan confirms Chief Minister

Although Sanjay Leela Bhansali and team Padmavat heaved a sigh of relief when the film finally got a confirmed release date of January 25, but it looks like there's still some trouble awaiting them.

07 Jan 2018

Bollywood

Padmavat, Padman or Pari: Who'll win the box office clash?

After a lengthy battle, Deepika-Shahid-Ranveer starrer 'Padmavat' is releasing on January 25, reported Mumbai Mirror.

06 Jan 2018

Karan Johar

4 recent Bollywood films with controversial titles

Bollywood doesn't need a strong reason to spark off a controversy. And, thanks to the easily-outraged audience, which specialize in finding faults in minute things, the mole becomes a mountain, sooner than later.

30 Dec 2017

Bollywood

Padmavati gets U/A certificate from censor board, may change title

Despite furious protests against Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus, Padmavati, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted a U/A (parental guidance) certificate to the film.

27 Dec 2017

Bollywood

Happy Birthday Salman: Reasons why he is the ultimate superstar

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has stepped into his 52nd year today.

23 Dec 2017

Bollywood

Padmavati: Censor Board seeks help from royal family for certification

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has invited Mewar royal family to assist it in certifying Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial period drama 'Padmavati'.

30 Nov 2017

Bollywood

Mulayam Singh's daughter-in-law irks Karni Sena by dancing on 'Ghoomar'

That the Karni Sena has a problem with 'Padmavati' is well-known, but it seems it has issues with everyone who associates themselves to it in any way.

25 Nov 2017

India

"We stand for Padmavati": Film industry plans 15-minute 'blackout'

To show support for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmavati, the Indian Films and TV Directors' Association (IFTDA) and 20 other film and television industry bodies are organizing a 15-minute blackout protest "Main Azaad Hoon".

25 Nov 2017

Bollywood

#Padmavati Nahargarh Hanging: Police find dead man's mobile-phone with selfies

Rajasthan Police have found the mobile phone of Chetan Saini, the 40-year-old who was found hanging at the Nahargarh Fort, which would be instrumental in solving his mysterious death.

25 Nov 2017

Bollywood

Padmavati's postponement, a blessing in disguise for other films?

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus 'Padmavati' is mired in controversies ever since it came to the fore. The matter has become so serious that Deepika Padukone has been provided police security.

24 Nov 2017

Karan Johar

5 Bollywood movies marred by controversies before their release

It would be absolutely justified to say that Bollywood thrives on controversies. There are controversies around everything - be it actors, their clothes, their religion or even a dialogue can spark off a controversy.

21 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

Amid Padmavati row, Deepika drops out of Global Entrepreneurship Summit

Deepika Padukone, who has been the talk of the town for the controversy surrounding her upcoming movie 'Padmavati', has now pulled out of the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), that will see participation from US President Trump's daughter Ivanka and PM Narendra Modi.

20 Nov 2017

India

Here's all you need to know about the Censor Board

The on-going row over the delayed release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's historical drama 'Padmavati' has once again brought to focus the power of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

20 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

'Padmavati' now banned in Madhya Pradesh even before release

A day after the makers of 'Padmavati' pushed back its release, the Madhya Pradesh government has banned the movie in the state.

19 Nov 2017

Rajasthan

Rajasthan CM asks for a delayed release of Padmavati

Owing to growing protests against Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film "Padmavati", Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has written to the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting urging the ministry to delay the film's release till "necessary" changes were made.

18 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

Padmavati: Chittorgarh Fort shuts down for first time since independence

With 12 days remaining for its release, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus, Padmavati, is getting shrouded in controversies, more violent each day.

17 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

Padmavati: Karni Sena threatens to chop off Deepika Padukone's nose

With its release date approaching, the hullabaloo surrounding Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic drama Padmavati is getting more violent.

04 Nov 2017

Deepika Padukone

'Padmavati' gets controversies rolling, release may get delayed

Every dawn brings a new challenge for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmavati. The film starring three stellar actors of Bollywood has received a tremendous amount of support and praise on Twitter but the Rajput community doesn't seem too pleased with the whole existence of this yet-to-be-released movie.

31 Oct 2017

Deepika Padukone

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmavati to also release in 3D

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's films are known for their grandeur - palatial sets, extravagant costumes and poetic framework. Now imagine watching all of this in 3D.

29 Oct 2017

Deepika Padukone

Demystifying the other woman in Padmavati song Ghoomar

The first song of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmavati was recently released to rave response. Called Ghoomar, it has Deepika Padukone perform folk Rajasthani dance with her characteristic elegance as a smitten Shahid Kapoor looks on.

22 Sep 2016

India

Padmavati woes: Hardik Patel seeks assurance from Bhansali

Hardik Patel, president of Patidar Navnirman Sena (PNS) has commanded that production of Bhansali's Padmavati be stopped till there is an assurance that the image of Rani Padmavati won't be distorted.