Kapil Sharma on the ‘Padmavati’ controversy: I strongly condemn death threats given to artists
| Nov 28, 2017, 10:30 IST
Several artists have come out to voice their opinions on the ‘Padmavati’ controversy and the latest member of that list is actor-comedian Kapil Sharma. And while talking to a leading news agency, Kapil voiced his opinions on the matter whilst promoting his film ‘Firangi’.
He said, “Nobody has seen 'Padmavati' yet and I feel Censor Board is there is to look up into the matter. If there is anything objectable, then the board keeping in mind the sentiments of people, should remove it. I strongly condemn death threats given to artists. Artists are not at any fault, they just do their work.” He also added, “But everyone has the right to express their opinions. Those who feel that the film has hurt their sentiments have the right to express their opinions but death threats should not be given.”
In the meanwhile, the Karni Sena has announced a bounty for beheading filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and lead actress Deepika Padukone. Also, several conservative groups have alleged that Bhansali has tampered with historical facts in the movie. The movie that was to release on the 1st of December has now been postponed and a final date has to yet be announced.
He said, “Nobody has seen 'Padmavati' yet and I feel Censor Board is there is to look up into the matter. If there is anything objectable, then the board keeping in mind the sentiments of people, should remove it. I strongly condemn death threats given to artists. Artists are not at any fault, they just do their work.” He also added, “But everyone has the right to express their opinions. Those who feel that the film has hurt their sentiments have the right to express their opinions but death threats should not be given.”
In the meanwhile, the Karni Sena has announced a bounty for beheading filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and lead actress Deepika Padukone. Also, several conservative groups have alleged that Bhansali has tampered with historical facts in the movie. The movie that was to release on the 1st of December has now been postponed and a final date has to yet be announced.