Sanjay Leela Bhansali: News
27 Jan 2018
Deepika PadukoneKarni 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
GurugramGurgaon'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
IndiaAll 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
IndiaAdding 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
BollywoodPadmaavat 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
IndiaWith 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 PadukoneRajput 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 PradeshDespite 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 PoliceLawyer 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
IndiaPadmaavat 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 PadukonePadmaavat 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
IndiaPadmaavat: Here's what happens when 'I' is dropped
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmavati is now called Padmaavat.
13 Jan 2018
Sri LankaNow, 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 PadukoneSaif 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
RajasthanNo 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
BollywoodPadmavat, 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 Johar4 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
BollywoodPadmavati 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
BollywoodHappy Birthday Salman: Reasons why he is the ultimate superstar
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has stepped into his 52nd year today.
23 Dec 2017
BollywoodPadmavati: 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
BollywoodMulayam 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
BollywoodPadmavati'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 Johar5 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 PadukoneAmid 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
IndiaHere'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
RajasthanRajasthan 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 PadukonePadmavati: 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 PadukonePadmavati: 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 PadukoneSanjay 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 PadukoneDemystifying 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
IndiaPadmavati 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.