Has Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmavati' release been delayed?
| Nov 19, 2017, 15:33 IST
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus 'Padmavati' has been facing flak ever since the film's inception was announced. Recently, the film had been sent to the CBFC for viewing. But the CBFC had sent the film back to the makers as the application for the certification was reportedly "incomplete". According to the CBFC, the movie, which has triggered protests by several Rajput groups, will be reviewed as per the set norms once it is sent back to the board after sorting out the issue.
During this, speculations were rife that the film's release has been delayed. And now in a turn of events, the makers of the film have confirmed the news that the film's release has indeed been delayed. Viacom18 Motion Pictures, the studio behind ‘Padmavati’ has voluntarily deferred the release date of the film from December 1st, 2017. A spokesperson for the company stated, "Along with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, amongst the most gifted filmmakers of his generation, the studio has created a beautiful cinematic masterpiece in ‘Padmavati’ that captures Rajput valor, dignity and tradition in all its glory. The film is an eloquent portrayal of a tale that will fill every Indian with pride and showcase our country’s story-telling prowess across the globe. We are a responsible, law-abiding corporate citizen and have the highest respect and regard for the law of the land and all our institutions and statutory bodies including the Central Board of Film Certification. We always have and are committed to continue following the established procedure and convention. We have faith that we will soon obtain the requisite clearances to release the film. We will announce the revised release date of the film in due course."
We wonder what more can happen with this film. Stay tuned for more updates.
During this, speculations were rife that the film's release has been delayed. And now in a turn of events, the makers of the film have confirmed the news that the film's release has indeed been delayed. Viacom18 Motion Pictures, the studio behind ‘Padmavati’ has voluntarily deferred the release date of the film from December 1st, 2017. A spokesperson for the company stated, "Along with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, amongst the most gifted filmmakers of his generation, the studio has created a beautiful cinematic masterpiece in ‘Padmavati’ that captures Rajput valor, dignity and tradition in all its glory. The film is an eloquent portrayal of a tale that will fill every Indian with pride and showcase our country’s story-telling prowess across the globe. We are a responsible, law-abiding corporate citizen and have the highest respect and regard for the law of the land and all our institutions and statutory bodies including the Central Board of Film Certification. We always have and are committed to continue following the established procedure and convention. We have faith that we will soon obtain the requisite clearances to release the film. We will announce the revised release date of the film in due course."
We wonder what more can happen with this film. Stay tuned for more updates.