<p>The troubles for the film <em>Adipurush </em>and its makers continue to mount, as not only the audience but now a court of law has stepped in to address the ongoing controversy. The Allahabad High Court of&nbsp;the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh&nbsp;has reprimanded the makers of the film for its dialogues that have been the reason for such outrage around the country. The court has directed co-writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla to be included as a party in the case and issued a notice, requiring him to respond within a week. During the hearing of a petition seeking a ban on <em>Adipurush</em>, which claims to be a mythological action film based on the Hindu epic Ramayana, the court expressed concern about the nature of the film.</p>

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<p>"The nature of dialogues in the film is a big issue. Ramayana is a paragon for us. People read Ramcharitmanas before leaving home," the court said as per NDTV.</p>

<p>Considering the matter as a serious issue, the court questioned the actions taken by the censor board. Although the objectionable dialogues were reportedly removed from the film, the court demanded clarity on the board's actions regarding the film's content and scenes. The court asserted that removal alone would not suffice and sought further instructions, indicating the possibility of halting the film's exhibition to provide relief to those whose sentiments were hurt.</p>

<p>The court also acknowledged media reports of people going to theaters and attempting to shut down the film but expressed gratitude that no acts of vandalism took place.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is <em>Adipurush </em>all about?</strong></h2>

<p>Simply put, <em>Adipurush </em>is a cinematic retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana, believed to have been written by sage Valmiki. Directed and co-written (with Manoj Muntashir) by Om Raut, it features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Devdatta Nage. It was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why is <em>Adipurush </em>surrounded by controversy?</strong></h2>

<p>The release of the film has ignited intense debates and public outrage, primarily due to certain dialogues that have been deemed indecent and objectionable. Particularly, the dialogues attributed to the character Hanuman in the Lanka dahan sequence have sparked controversy, leading to discussions on their appropriateness within the film.</p>

<p>Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla, however, came forward to defend the film, suggesting that the inclusion of these dialogues was intentional and intended to create a diversion or division among multiple characters. He further argued that similar dialogues had been used by renowned saints and storytellers in India, saying that he was not the first to write such lines as they were "already there". Shukla clarified that <em>Adipurush </em>drew inspiration from the Ramayana but was not a direct adaptation of the epic.</p>

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The troubles for the film Adipurush and its makers continue to mount, as not only the audience but now a court of law has stepped in to address the ongoing controversy.

The troubles for the film Adipurush and its makers continue to mount, as not only the audience but now a court of law has stepped in to address the ongoing controversy. The Allahabad High Court of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh has reprimanded the makers of the film for its dialogues that have been the reason for such outrage around the country. The court has directed co-writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla to be included as a party in the case and issued a notice, requiring him to respond within a week. During the hearing of a petition seeking a ban on Adipurush, which claims to be a mythological action film based on the Hindu epic Ramayana, the court expressed concern about the nature of the film. Also Read: Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover "The nature of dialogues in the film is a big issue. Ramayana is a paragon for us. People read Ramcharitmanas before leaving home," the court said as per NDTV. Considering the matter as a serious issue, the court questioned the actions taken by the censor board. Although the objectionable dialogues were reportedly removed from the film, the court demanded clarity on the board's actions regarding the film's content and scenes. The court asserted that removal alone would not suffice and sought further instructions, indicating the possibility of halting the film's exhibition to provide relief to those whose sentiments were hurt. The court also acknowledged media reports of people going to theaters and attempting to shut down the film but expressed gratitude that no acts of vandalism took place. What is Adipurush all about? Simply put, Adipurush is a cinematic retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana, believed to have been written by sage Valmiki. Directed and co-written (with Manoj Muntashir) by Om Raut, it features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Devdatta Nage. It was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu. Why is Adipurush surrounded by controversy? The release of the film has ignited intense debates and public outrage, primarily due to certain dialogues that have been deemed indecent and objectionable. Particularly, the dialogues attributed to the character Hanuman in the Lanka dahan sequence have sparked controversy, leading to discussions on their appropriateness within the film. Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla, however, came forward to defend the film, suggesting that the inclusion of these dialogues was intentional and intended to create a diversion or division among multiple characters. He further argued that similar dialogues had been used by renowned saints and storytellers in India, saying that he was not the first to write such lines as they were "already there". Shukla clarified that Adipurush drew inspiration from the Ramayana but was not a direct adaptation of the epic. His clarification, though, seemed to have made things worse, as the controversy does not seem to die down. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Allahabad High Court reprimands Adipurush makers over dialogues, Manoj Muntashir served notice

<p><em>Adipurush</em>, directed by Om Raut, has generated a firestorm of controversy and public outrage. It is an adaptation of the epic Ramayana and features <em>Baahubali</em> star Prabhas in the role of Rama and Kriti Sanon in the role of Sita, respectively. Saif Ali Khan essays the role of demon king Ravana. Also starring Sunny Singh, Devdatta Nage, Vatsal Sheth, Sonal Chauhan, and others, it was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu to maximise its chances at the box office. Despite a humongous budget, the collections have been tepid and the studio will most likely lose money. And it does not look like word-of-mouth will be of any help. The dialogues, visual effects, and costumes have ignited a lot of criticism, with fans calling some of the lines indecent and objectionable.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-adipurush-review-ramayana-gets-a-vfx-makeover-605175"><em>Adipurush </em>review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover</a></strong></p>

<p>In an exclusive interview, actor Aashiesh Sharrma, who portrayed Rama on the small screen in<em> Siya Ke Ram</em> series, shared his thoughts on <em>Adipurusha</em>, expressing disappointment regarding the film. Here are some edited excerpts.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Q. What are your thoughts on <em>Adipurush </em>and its portrayal of Rama? What specifically did you find disappointing or objectionable?</strong></h2>

<p>Where do I start? I was really excited initially because I thought our cinema is waking up to our scriptures. We've been so ignorant of our own scriptures for a long time. And finally, it seemed we are waking up. You go in with that kind of expectation, and then you see something like that and then it really disappoints from an audience point of view. And also from an actor's and an artists'&nbsp;point of view, it is even more disappointing. The film lacks intent and research. It is a lazy attempt at making Ramayana and it's like you've made it out of WhatsApp forwards. You're trying to play to the gallery and it shows in the content. It's like just trying to cash in on to the Hindu wave in the nation right now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If one sets out to make something like this in India, it comes with a huge responsibility — not as a maker, but as a conscious citizen. Because cinema and literature are two mediums that educate a generation, even the subsequent 10 generations. And if you're claiming that we are making it for Gen Z, then the responsibility is even bigger. You cannot distort history and facts. You have to be very, very authentic and honest in your depiction so that they can watch and learn from it. If you are distorting our history then it becomes a cultural crime for me.</p>

<h2><strong>Q. As somebody who has played Rama, what qualities do you believe are essential to capture the essence of the character?</strong></h2>

<p>The basic things are humility and honesty. All that [Ram's qualities] are mentioned in popular fiction too, that he was truthful and genuine. So if you are not clear there, it becomes very difficult to portray Rama. What we used to do to play Rama, we did not impose our thoughts on Ram. We need to understand Rama's perspective to portray him. 'What would Ram say? What would Ram do?' They [<em>Adipurush </em>makers] are trying to portray what <em>they&nbsp;</em>think about Ram. Nobody's interested in that. People want to know what Ram thinks. There is no emotion in the film. You do not connect to anything.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Q. Do you think this is the case of focussing too much on visual spectacle at the expense of storytelling?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>I think our filmmakers are suffering from an inferiority complex. We have a colonised mindset. We feel shame in depicting our culture, our society the way it is and the way it has been. Rather than taking pride in it, we try to ape the Western style of filmmaking. I understand they are much more advanced in technology. So take the technology, use the resources, but tell an Indian story! Do not tell a Westernised version of an Indian story Very few of our filmmakers have a truly India-rooted outlook towards our own culture and society. We do not make such brains right now. So it's really difficult to see authentic stuff right now.</p>

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<h2><strong>Q. How important is it to you that adaptations and portrayals of mythological epics stay true to the source material?</strong></h2>

<p>There cannot be a retelling of things, there can only be inspired versions of them. Now, our scriptures, our epics... they are written in a way that they will inspire 10,000 things in you. That is the beauty of them. When we read them my interpretation will be different from yours. They force you to find yourself. I tell you what, every depiction of a hero or heroin, or a villain ever in Indian cinema is inspired by either Ramayana or Mahabharata. They all have emerged from these stories. We look to our heroes for the same qualities that Ram or Krishna had.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So you make whatever you want to make! Who's stopping you? But when we have set out to make a depiction of an epic, it has to be true to the events described, history, and context. If I am making Ramayana, I have to get things right. If I do not do that, I am rewriting history and nobody has given me the right. We are not Tulsidas or Valmiki to recreate Ramayana. That is where the line should be drawn.</p>

<h2><strong>Q. Do you think there are any positive aspects of <em>Adipurush </em>that should be acknowledged despite all the criticism?</strong></h2>

<p>I think two things one is the sheer imagination of the fact that how the battle would have gone. There are things to see in those scenes. Then Saif's acting, his screen presence. He has done work on himself and it reflects on screen. He's brought some nuances here and there and he really captures the screen.</p>

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Adipurush, directed by Om Raut, has generated a firestorm of controversy and public outrage. It is an adaptation of the epic Ramayana and features Baahubali star Prabhas in the role of Rama and Kriti Sanon in the role of Sita, respectively.

Adipurush, directed by Om Raut, has generated a firestorm of controversy and public outrage. It is an adaptation of the epic Ramayana and features Baahubali star Prabhas in the role of Rama and Kriti Sanon in the role of Sita, respectively. Saif Ali Khan essays the role of demon king Ravana. Also starring Sunny Singh, Devdatta Nage, Vatsal Sheth, Sonal Chauhan, and others, it was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu to maximise its chances at the box office. Despite a humongous budget, the collections have been tepid and the studio will most likely lose money. And it does not look like word-of-mouth will be of any help. The dialogues, visual effects, and costumes have ignited a lot of criticism, with fans calling some of the lines indecent and objectionable. Also Read: Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover In an exclusive interview, actor Aashiesh Sharrma, who portrayed Rama on the small screen in Siya Ke Ram series, shared his thoughts on Adipurusha, expressing disappointment regarding the film. Here are some edited excerpts. Q. What are your thoughts on Adipurush and its portrayal of Rama? What specifically did you find disappointing or objectionable? Where do I start? I was really excited initially because I thought our cinema is waking up to our scriptures. We've been so ignorant of our own scriptures for a long time. And finally, it seemed we are waking up. You go in with that kind of expectation, and then you see something like that and then it really disappoints from an audience point of view. And also from an actor's and an artists' point of view, it is even more disappointing. The film lacks intent and research. It is a lazy attempt at making Ramayana and it's like you've made it out of WhatsApp forwards. You're trying to play to the gallery and it shows in the content. It's like just trying to cash in on to the Hindu wave in the nation right now. If one sets out to make something like this in India, it comes with a huge responsibility — not as a maker, but as a conscious citizen. Because cinema and literature are two mediums that educate a generation, even the subsequent 10 generations. And if you're claiming that we are making it for Gen Z, then the responsibility is even bigger. You cannot distort history and facts. You have to be very, very authentic and honest in your depiction so that they can watch and learn from it. If you are distorting our history then it becomes a cultural crime for me. Q. As somebody who has played Rama, what qualities do you believe are essential to capture the essence of the character? The basic things are humility and honesty. All that [Ram's qualities] are mentioned in popular fiction too, that he was truthful and genuine. So if you are not clear there, it becomes very difficult to portray Rama. What we used to do to play Rama, we did not impose our thoughts on Ram. We need to understand Rama's perspective to portray him. 'What would Ram say? What would Ram do?' They [Adipurush makers] are trying to portray what they think about Ram. Nobody's interested in that. People want to know what Ram thinks. There is no emotion in the film. You do not connect to anything. Q. Do you think this is the case of focussing too much on visual spectacle at the expense of storytelling? I think our filmmakers are suffering from an inferiority complex. We have a colonised mindset. We feel shame in depicting our culture, our society the way it is and the way it has been. Rather than taking pride in it, we try to ape the Western style of filmmaking. I understand they are much more advanced in technology. So take the technology, use the resources, but tell an Indian story! Do not tell a Westernised version of an Indian story Very few of our filmmakers have a truly India-rooted outlook towards our own culture and society. We do not make such brains right now. So it's really difficult to see authentic stuff right now. Q. How important is it to you that adaptations and portrayals of mythological epics stay true to the source material? There cannot be a retelling of things, there can only be inspired versions of them. Now, our scriptures, our epics... they are written in a way that they will inspire 10,000 things in you. That is the beauty of them. When we read them my interpretation will be different from yours. They force you to find yourself. I tell you what, every depiction of a hero or heroin, or a villain ever in Indian cinema is inspired by either Ramayana or Mahabharata. They all have emerged from these stories. We look to our heroes for the same qualities that Ram or Krishna had. So you make whatever you want to make! Who's stopping you? But when we have set out to make a depiction of an epic, it has to be true to the events described, history, and context. If I am making Ramayana, I have to get things right. If I do not do that, I am rewriting history and nobody has given me the right. We are not Tulsidas or Valmiki to recreate Ramayana. That is where the line should be drawn. Q. Do you think there are any positive aspects of Adipurush that should be acknowledged despite all the criticism? I think two things one is the sheer imagination of the fact that how the battle would have gone. There are things to see in those scenes. Then Saif's acting, his screen presence. He has done work on himself and it reflects on screen. He's brought some nuances here and there and he really captures the screen. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Exclusive | Siya Ke Ram's Aashiesh Sharrma slams Adipurush: 'A cultural crime, lazy attempt at Ramayana'

<p>On Thursday, a Nepal court lifted the ban on Hindi films that was imposed earlier this week after the release of <em>Adipurush. </em>While filmmaker Om Raut's <em>Adipurush</em> can now be screened in theatres across Nepal, the Kathmandu Mayor has reportedly vowed to stop the film's screening in the country.<br />
<br />
The court has directed authorities across the country to allow the seamless screening of all Hindi films that have been cleared by the censor board, including <em>Adipurush</em>. However, Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah has said he is ready to face punishment but will not let <em>Adipurush</em> screen in theatres across Nepal. He said that the matter has a lot to do with “Nepal’s sovereignty and independence” which he cannot let down.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Shah particularly has a problem with one of the lines in the film which claims Sita (played by Kriti Sanon) is India's daughter. In the actual <em>Ramayana -</em> on which the film is based - Sita belonged to Nepal.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Shah shared a Facebook post which reads, “The film's writer said that Nepal was under India, this clearly shows India’s ill intention. To term this as a stunt by the Nepal government and to issue an order by the court in favour of screening the movie means&nbsp;to accept that Nepal was once under India’s rule, and the court and the government are both the slaves of India.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Patan High Court judge Dhir Bahadur Chand stated that the screening of films that have permission from the censor board should not be stopped&nbsp;as it’s unethical.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.127.1.2/entertainment/bollywood/news-adipurush-review-ramayana-gets-a-vfx-makeover-605175">Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover</a></strong><br />
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Bhaskar Dhungana, the President of the Nepal Motion Picture Association, informed the media that they will screen all movies after permission from the censor board. He added, "Now we will screen all movies passed by the censor board.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Why were <em>Adipurush</em> and other Hindi films banned in Nepal?</strong><br />
<br />
Three days after <em>Adipurush</em> hit theatres on June 16, the Nepal court banned the film along with other Hindi films. The film was called out for a controversial dialogue. In the film, Sita has been called&nbsp;the daughter of India, while many people believe that Sita was born in Janakpur which is in Southern Nepal and was, hence, also known as Janaki.&nbsp;The film, however, indicated that Janaki was an Indian princess.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
The court lifted the ban after getting permission from the censor board on Thursday.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Adipurush</em> stars Prabhas as Raghav (Ram), Kriti Sanon as Janaki (Sita), Sunny Singh as Shesh (Lakshman) and Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh (Raavan).<br />
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On Thursday, a Nepal court lifted the ban on Hindi films that was imposed earlier this week after the release of Adipurush. While filmmaker Om Raut's Adipurush can now be screened in theatres across Nepal, the Kathmandu Mayor has reportedly vowed to stop the film's screening in the country.

On Thursday, a Nepal court lifted the ban on Hindi films that was imposed earlier this week after the release of Adipurush. While filmmaker Om Raut's Adipurush can now be screened in theatres across Nepal, the Kathmandu Mayor has reportedly vowed to stop the film's screening in the country. The court has directed authorities across the country to allow the seamless screening of all Hindi films that have been cleared by the censor board, including Adipurush. However, Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah has said he is ready to face punishment but will not let Adipurush screen in theatres across Nepal. He said that the matter has a lot to do with “Nepal’s sovereignty and independence” which he cannot let down. Shah particularly has a problem with one of the lines in the film which claims Sita (played by Kriti Sanon) is India's daughter. In the actual Ramayana - on which the film is based - Sita belonged to Nepal. Shah shared a Facebook post which reads, “The film's writer said that Nepal was under India, this clearly shows India’s ill intention. To term this as a stunt by the Nepal government and to issue an order by the court in favour of screening the movie means to accept that Nepal was once under India’s rule, and the court and the government are both the slaves of India.” Meanwhile, Patan High Court judge Dhir Bahadur Chand stated that the screening of films that have permission from the censor board should not be stopped as it’s unethical. Read: Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover Bhaskar Dhungana, the President of the Nepal Motion Picture Association, informed the media that they will screen all movies after permission from the censor board. He added, "Now we will screen all movies passed by the censor board.” Why were Adipurush and other Hindi films banned in Nepal? Three days after Adipurush hit theatres on June 16, the Nepal court banned the film along with other Hindi films. The film was called out for a controversial dialogue. In the film, Sita has been called the daughter of India, while many people believe that Sita was born in Janakpur which is in Southern Nepal and was, hence, also known as Janaki. The film, however, indicated that Janaki was an Indian princess. The court lifted the ban after getting permission from the censor board on Thursday. Adipurush stars Prabhas as Raghav (Ram), Kriti Sanon as Janaki (Sita), Sunny Singh as Shesh (Lakshman) and Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh (Raavan). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Nepal court lifts ban on Adipurush but Kathmandu Mayor not in favour of screening it

<p>Amid a barrage of criticism and anger that the makers of <em>Adipurush </em>are facing, actor Mukesh Khanna has put in his two pennies' worth. After blasting the film on his YouTube channel, he spoke to the news agency ANI, voicing his concerns about the dialogues and costumes used in the film and&nbsp;questioning the right of the filmmakers to insult scriptures. Khanna firmly stated his belief that 'Adipurush' is a disrespectful depiction of Ramayan, describing it as a "terrible joke." He asserted that the makers seem unaware of the blessings bestowed upon Ravan and mistakenly attributed the blessings of Hiranyakashyap to the character.</p>

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<p>"While Shiv ji had blessed Ravan, now those who do not have that much knowledge, then you are talking big things. It is absolutely rubbish. They should not be forgiven. Yesterday I said on my channel that this whole team should be burnt standing at fifty degrees Celsius," he added.</p>

<p>Khanna, who is known for his superhero TV series Shaktimaan and for playing the role of&nbsp;Bhishma Pitamah in BR Chopra's <em>Mahabharata</em>,&nbsp;went on to say that he expected to "hide their face" after the controversy erupted, but "they are coming forward and explaining this much. They are saying that we are making it for Sanatan Dharma. Hey, is your Sanatan Dharma different from ours? They said that there was the version of Valmiki ji, then there was the version of Tulsidas ji, this is our version. Are you above Valmiki ji that you will create your own version and tell the children to forget the old tradition?"</p>

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<h2><strong>What is <em>Adipurush </em>all about?</strong></h2>

<p>Simply put, <em>Adipurush </em>is a cinematic retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana, believed to have been written by sage Valmiki. Directed and co-written (with Manoj Muntashir) by Om Raut, it features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Devdatta Nage. It was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/adipurush-makers-to-alter-dialogues-in-the-movie-after-backlash-nothing-is-beyond-the-sentiments-605705"><em>Adipurush </em>makers to alter dialogues in the movie after backlash: 'Nothing is beyond the sentiments'</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Why is <em>Adipurush </em>surrounded by controversy?</strong></h2>

<p>The release of the film has ignited intense debates and public outrage, primarily due to certain dialogues that have been deemed indecent and objectionable. Particularly, the dialogues attributed to the character Hanuman in the Lanka dahan sequence have sparked controversy, leading to discussions on their appropriateness within the film.</p>

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<p>Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla, however, came forward to defend the film, suggesting that the inclusion of these dialogues was intentional and intended to create a diversion or division among multiple characters. He further argued that similar dialogues had been used by renowned saints and storytellers in India, saying that he was not the first to write such lines as they were "already there".&nbsp;Shukla clarified that <em>Adipurush </em>drew inspiration from the Ramayana but was not a direct adaptation of the epic.</p>

<p>His clarification, though, seemed to have made things worse. The Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha lodged an FIR with the Hazratganj police on June 18. The complaint, filed by Hindu Mahasabha national spokesperson Chaturvedi, alleged that <em>Adipurush </em>deliberately insulted Hindu sentiments by distorting the images of Hindu gods through offensive dialogues and costumes.</p>

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Amid a barrage of criticism and anger that the makers of Adipurush are facing, actor Mukesh Khanna has put in his two pennies' worth. After blasting the film on his YouTube channel, he spoke to the news agency ANI, voicing his concerns about the dialogues and costumes used in the film and questioning the right of the filmmakers to insult scriptures.

Amid a barrage of criticism and anger that the makers of Adipurush are facing, actor Mukesh Khanna has put in his two pennies' worth. After blasting the film on his YouTube channel, he spoke to the news agency ANI, voicing his concerns about the dialogues and costumes used in the film and questioning the right of the filmmakers to insult scriptures. Khanna firmly stated his belief that 'Adipurush' is a disrespectful depiction of Ramayan, describing it as a "terrible joke." He asserted that the makers seem unaware of the blessings bestowed upon Ravan and mistakenly attributed the blessings of Hiranyakashyap to the character. Also Read: Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover "While Shiv ji had blessed Ravan, now those who do not have that much knowledge, then you are talking big things. It is absolutely rubbish. They should not be forgiven. Yesterday I said on my channel that this whole team should be burnt standing at fifty degrees Celsius," he added. Khanna, who is known for his superhero TV series Shaktimaan and for playing the role of Bhishma Pitamah in BR Chopra's Mahabharata, went on to say that he expected to "hide their face" after the controversy erupted, but "they are coming forward and explaining this much. They are saying that we are making it for Sanatan Dharma. Hey, is your Sanatan Dharma different from ours? They said that there was the version of Valmiki ji, then there was the version of Tulsidas ji, this is our version. Are you above Valmiki ji that you will create your own version and tell the children to forget the old tradition?" What is Adipurush all about? Simply put, Adipurush is a cinematic retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana, believed to have been written by sage Valmiki. Directed and co-written (with Manoj Muntashir) by Om Raut, it features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Devdatta Nage. It was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu. Also Read: Adipurush makers to alter dialogues in the movie after backlash: 'Nothing is beyond the sentiments' Why is Adipurush surrounded by controversy? The release of the film has ignited intense debates and public outrage, primarily due to certain dialogues that have been deemed indecent and objectionable. Particularly, the dialogues attributed to the character Hanuman in the Lanka dahan sequence have sparked controversy, leading to discussions on their appropriateness within the film. Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla, however, came forward to defend the film, suggesting that the inclusion of these dialogues was intentional and intended to create a diversion or division among multiple characters. He further argued that similar dialogues had been used by renowned saints and storytellers in India, saying that he was not the first to write such lines as they were "already there". Shukla clarified that Adipurush drew inspiration from the Ramayana but was not a direct adaptation of the epic. His clarification, though, seemed to have made things worse. The Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha lodged an FIR with the Hazratganj police on June 18. The complaint, filed by Hindu Mahasabha national spokesperson Chaturvedi, alleged that Adipurush deliberately insulted Hindu sentiments by distorting the images of Hindu gods through offensive dialogues and costumes. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Nepal's capital Kathmandu has banned the screening of all Bollywood movies, including 'Adipurush'. The audience has called out a dialogue which seems to be misleading. What is the dialogue? Why has it caused such an outrage? Molly Gambhir brings you all the details.

Gravitas: Kathmandu bans screening of 'Adipurush'

Adipurush is a film directed and written and directed by Om Raut and filled with tonnes of controversies. Released on the 16th of June, and for the past three days, it has been on the news but mostly for the wrong reasons. Watch this report to decode what went right, what went wrong, and why Adipurush has made headlines?

Adipurush: Controversies fail to dent box office profits

Adipurush is a film directed and written and directed by Om Raut and filled with tonnes of controversies. Released on the 16th of June, and for the past three days, it has been on the news but mostly for the wrong reasons. Watch this interview with Indian Film Critic and Historian, Bhawana Somaayaa to decode what went right, what went wrong, and why Adipurush has made headlines?

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Pokhara Metropolitan City in Nepal has joined Kathmandu Metropolis in banning the screening of Indian films following the controversy surrounding Adipurush's dialogues. The decision was announced by Pokhara Mayor Dhanraj Acharya, who directed cinema halls in the central Nepali city to stop showing Bollywood films.

Nepal: Pokhara Mayor calls for ban on 'Adipurush'

Nepal on Monday (June 19) banned all Hindi films in Kathmandu and Pokhara following a controversy over Bollywood movie Adipurush's dialogues.

Trouble mounts for 'Adipurush' in Nepal

<p>Bollywood film <em>Adipurush</em>, which released across theatres on Friday, is facing a massive backlash because of its dialogues, visuals and poor storytelling. In a recent development, Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah has made the decision to stop screening all Hindi films in theatres and multiplexes in the capital, effective from June 19. This move comes after a specific line in <em>Adipurush,</em> where the prominent mythological character Sita&nbsp;referred to as the 'daughter of India', stirred controversy in the region. All the theatres in the Kathmandu valley have been instructed to not screen any Hindi film&nbsp;from tomorrow.</p>

<p>Mayor Balen Shah took to Facebook to address the issue on Sunday. He wrote, "Three days ago, we demanded the removal of the objectionable message that Janaki is an Indian daughter, which was included in the Indian movie <em>Adipurush</em>. It is the responsibility of every government, governmental organisation, non-governmental sector, and Nepali citizen to safeguard the national interest and preserve Nepal’s freedom, independence, and self-respect."</p>

<p>Shah further emphasised that the constitution of Nepal, specifically Clause 6 of Article 5 and Article 56, allocates the duty of safeguarding the national interest to the federal, state, and local governments. Expressing his concerns, the mayor said that if the film is shown without any modifications it could potentially cause severe and irreparable damage to Nepal’s national identity, cultural unity, and sovereignty. The film is being seen as a cultural encroachment on Nepal.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-fir-lodged-against-adipurushs-producer-and-director-om-raut-amid-controversy-over-dialogues-report-605744">FIR lodged against Adipurush's producer, director and actors amid controversy over dialogues: Report</a></strong></p>

<p>"If the film is telecast as it is, Nepal’s nationality, cultural unity, and national identity will be severely damaged and irreparable damage will be done. If the film is telecast in other parts of the country and abroad, it will be misleading. So, it is prohibited to show any Indian films in the Kathmandu Metropolitan City until the objectionable parts are removed," Mayor Balen Shah added.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Nepal's Ministry of Communication and Technology issued a statement, saying serious attention has been drawn to an objectionable part of the film following which Nepal's Censor Board removed the dialogue. The Ministry has also noted the announcement of Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah.</p>

<p>The Kathmandu Metropolitan City is taking measures to prevent the screening of the film by deploying city police officers to the theatres within the metropolis starting Monday.</p>

<p>Following Mayor Balen Shah’s initial reaction to the film, Asim Shah, a leader from the Rashtriya Swatantra Party Nepal, raised the issue in the Nepali House of Representatives. He advocated for a ban on the film to protect the cultural heritage of the country.</p>

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Bollywood film Adipurush, which released across theatres on Friday, is facing a massive backlash because of its dialogues, visuals and poor storytelling. In a recent development, Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah has made the decision to stop screening all Hindi films in theatres and multiplexes in the capital, effective from June 19.

Bollywood film Adipurush, which released across theatres on Friday, is facing a massive backlash because of its dialogues, visuals and poor storytelling. In a recent development, Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah has made the decision to stop screening all Hindi films in theatres and multiplexes in the capital, effective from June 19. This move comes after a specific line in Adipurush, where the prominent mythological character Sita referred to as the 'daughter of India', stirred controversy in the region. All the theatres in the Kathmandu valley have been instructed to not screen any Hindi film from tomorrow. Mayor Balen Shah took to Facebook to address the issue on Sunday. He wrote, "Three days ago, we demanded the removal of the objectionable message that Janaki is an Indian daughter, which was included in the Indian movie Adipurush. It is the responsibility of every government, governmental organisation, non-governmental sector, and Nepali citizen to safeguard the national interest and preserve Nepal’s freedom, independence, and self-respect." Shah further emphasised that the constitution of Nepal, specifically Clause 6 of Article 5 and Article 56, allocates the duty of safeguarding the national interest to the federal, state, and local governments. Expressing his concerns, the mayor said that if the film is shown without any modifications it could potentially cause severe and irreparable damage to Nepal’s national identity, cultural unity, and sovereignty. The film is being seen as a cultural encroachment on Nepal. Also read: FIR lodged against Adipurush's producer, director and actors amid controversy over dialogues: Report "If the film is telecast as it is, Nepal’s nationality, cultural unity, and national identity will be severely damaged and irreparable damage will be done. If the film is telecast in other parts of the country and abroad, it will be misleading. So, it is prohibited to show any Indian films in the Kathmandu Metropolitan City until the objectionable parts are removed," Mayor Balen Shah added. Meanwhile, Nepal's Ministry of Communication and Technology issued a statement, saying serious attention has been drawn to an objectionable part of the film following which Nepal's Censor Board removed the dialogue. The Ministry has also noted the announcement of Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City is taking measures to prevent the screening of the film by deploying city police officers to the theatres within the metropolis starting Monday. Following Mayor Balen Shah’s initial reaction to the film, Asim Shah, a leader from the Rashtriya Swatantra Party Nepal, raised the issue in the Nepali House of Representatives. He advocated for a ban on the film to protect the cultural heritage of the country. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah bans Indian films amid row over Adipurush dialogues

<p>Ever since its release, Om Raut's movie <em>Adipurush </em>has been garnering a lot of backlash for so many reasons. Some have called out the makers for their poor VFX and CGI work, while others have questioned the dialogues of the movie, calling them cringe-worthy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After receiving huge flak within two days of the release, the makers of the high-budget movie&nbsp;have decided to alter the controversial dialogues of&nbsp;the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The makers issued a statement stating that&nbsp;''valuing the input of the public, they had decided to change the controversial dialogue of the movie.''</p>

<h3>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-adipurush-review-ramayana-gets-a-vfx-makeover-605175">Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover</a></h3>

<h3><strong>Read the statement here:&nbsp;</strong></h3>

<p>''<em>Adipurush</em> is garnering an overwhelming response across the world and is conquering the hearts of audiences across all ages. Making this visual spectacle a memorable cinematic experience, the team decides to make alterations to the film’s dialogues – Valuing the input of the public and the audience.''</p>

<p>''The makers are revisiting the said dialogues, ensuring to resonate with core essence of the film and the same will reflect in the theatres in the next few days. This decision is a testament that in spite of unstoppable collections at the Box Office ,the team is committed and nothing is beyond the sentiments of their audiences and harmony at large 🙏''</p>

<p>Netizens had slammed the makers for putting such cheap dialogue in the mythological film based on Ramayana. Slamming the makers, one user tweeted, "*Lanka Dahan Scene* Ravana's son lights up Hanuman's Tail: Jali na... Jiski jalti hai... Bajrang: Kapda tere baap ka. Tel tere baap ka. Aag bhi tere baap ki. Toh jalegi bhi tere baap ki. The makers are proud of these Chapri dialogues? They want kids to see this?"<br />
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<h2><strong>Manoj Muntashir Shukla's reaction:</strong></h2>

<p>Manoj, who has penned the dialogues for the movie, has reacted to the backlash. Tweeting in Hindi, Muntashir wrote,&nbsp;''I wrote dialogues of more than 4000 lines in Adipurush, some sentiments got hurt on 5 lines.''</p>

<p>''In those hundreds of lines, where Shri Ram was glorified, Maa Sita's chastity was described, some praise was also due for them,&nbsp;which I don't know why I did not get. My own brothers wrote indecent words for me on social media. The same, my own, for whose respected mothers I read poems many times on TV, referred to my mother with indecent words. I kept thinking, there can be differences, but where did my brothers suddenly get so bitter that they forgot to see Shri Ram who considered every mother as his mother.''</p>

<p><a href="https://www.bing.com/search?pglt=41&amp;q=Ramanand+Sagar’s+son+slams+Adipurush%2C+says+‘makers+tried+to+make+a+Marvel+film’&amp;cvid=d2e1772909234fac9610dde581f09cc4&amp;aqs=edge..69i57j69i60.334j0j1&amp;FORM=ANNTA1&amp;PC=ASTS"><strong>Also read:</strong> Ramanand Sagar’s son slams Adipurush, says ‘makers tried to make a Marvel film’</a></p>

<h2><strong>Check out his post here.</strong></h2>

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<h2><strong>Adipurush box office</strong></h2>

<p>Despite all the criticism that the&nbsp;movie has been receiving on social media platforms, Om Raut's directorial is getting an outstanding response from the audience at the box office. The movie,&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;Prabhas as Raghav, Kriti Sanon as Janaki, Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh, Sunny Singh as Lakshman and Devdutta Nage as Hanuman,&nbsp;has recorded the biggest opening of this year. As per the reports, the movie grossed Rs 140 crore worldwide on its first day of release.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trade Analyst Ramesh Bala shared the box office figures. ''Rebel Star #Prabhas has created a new record with three movies - #Baahubali2, #Saaho &amp; #Adipurush grossing 100 + crore on the 1st day. #Adipurush Creates a History with Global Box Office opening at ₹ 140 Crore, clocks highest day 1 number for any film made in hindi on Pan-India level. #BlockbusterAdipurush.''</p>

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Ever since its release, Om Raut's movie Adipurush has been garnering a lot of backlash for so many reasons. Some have called out the makers for their poor VFX and CGI work, while others have questioned the dialogues of the movie, calling them cringe-worthy.

Ever since its release, Om Raut's movie Adipurush has been garnering a lot of backlash for so many reasons. Some have called out the makers for their poor VFX and CGI work, while others have questioned the dialogues of the movie, calling them cringe-worthy. After receiving huge flak within two days of the release, the makers of the high-budget movie have decided to alter the controversial dialogues of the film. The makers issued a statement stating that ''valuing the input of the public, they had decided to change the controversial dialogue of the movie.'' Also read: Adipurush review: Ramayana gets a VFX makeover Read the statement here: ''Adipurush is garnering an overwhelming response across the world and is conquering the hearts of audiences across all ages. Making this visual spectacle a memorable cinematic experience, the team decides to make alterations to the film’s dialogues – Valuing the input of the public and the audience.'' ''The makers are revisiting the said dialogues, ensuring to resonate with core essence of the film and the same will reflect in the theatres in the next few days. This decision is a testament that in spite of unstoppable collections at the Box Office ,the team is committed and nothing is beyond the sentiments of their audiences and harmony at large 🙏'' Netizens had slammed the makers for putting such cheap dialogue in the mythological film based on Ramayana. Slamming the makers, one user tweeted, "*Lanka Dahan Scene* Ravana's son lights up Hanuman's Tail: Jali na... Jiski jalti hai... Bajrang: Kapda tere baap ka. Tel tere baap ka. Aag bhi tere baap ki. Toh jalegi bhi tere baap ki. The makers are proud of these Chapri dialogues? They want kids to see this?" Manoj Muntashir Shukla's reaction: Manoj, who has penned the dialogues for the movie, has reacted to the backlash. Tweeting in Hindi, Muntashir wrote, ''I wrote dialogues of more than 4000 lines in Adipurush, some sentiments got hurt on 5 lines.'' ''In those hundreds of lines, where Shri Ram was glorified, Maa Sita's chastity was described, some praise was also due for them, which I don't know why I did not get. My own brothers wrote indecent words for me on social media. The same, my own, for whose respected mothers I read poems many times on TV, referred to my mother with indecent words. I kept thinking, there can be differences, but where did my brothers suddenly get so bitter that they forgot to see Shri Ram who considered every mother as his mother.'' Also read: Ramanand Sagar’s son slams Adipurush, says ‘makers tried to make a Marvel film’ Check out his post here. रामकथा से पहला पाठ जो कोई सीख सकता है, वो है हर भावना का सम्मान करना. सही या ग़लत, समय के अनुसार बदल जाता है, भावना रह जाती है. आदिपुरुष में 4000 से भी ज़्यादा पंक्तियों के संवाद मैंने लिखे, 5 पंक्तियों पर कुछ भावनाएँ आहत हुईं. उन सैकड़ों पंक्तियों में जहाँ श्री राम का यशगान… — Manoj Muntashir Shukla (@manojmuntashir) June 18, 2023 × Adipurush box office Despite all the criticism that the movie has been receiving on social media platforms, Om Raut's directorial is getting an outstanding response from the audience at the box office. The movie, featuring Prabhas as Raghav, Kriti Sanon as Janaki, Saif Ali Khan as Lankesh, Sunny Singh as Lakshman and Devdutta Nage as Hanuman, has recorded the biggest opening of this year. As per the reports, the movie grossed Rs 140 crore worldwide on its first day of release. Rebel Star #Prabhas has created a new record with three movies - #Baahubali2, #Saaho & #Adipurush grossing 100 + crore on the 1st day.#Adipurush Creates a History with Global Box Office opening at ₹ 140 Crore, clocks highest day 1 number for any film made in hindi on Pan-India… pic.twitter.com/OnabtIRWKV — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) June 17, 2023 × Trade Analyst Ramesh Bala shared the box office figures. ''Rebel Star #Prabhas has created a new record with three movies - #Baahubali2, #Saaho & #Adipurush grossing 100 + crore on the 1st day. #Adipurush Creates a History with Global Box Office opening at ₹ 140 Crore, clocks highest day 1 number for any film made in hindi on Pan-India level. #BlockbusterAdipurush.'' WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Adipurush makers to alter dialogues in the movie after backlash: 'Nothing is beyond the sentiments'

<p>Om Raut's Adipurush was released in theatres on June 16, and since then, the movie has been in talks for all the wrong reasons. The movie is based on the Ramayana, an epic that almost every Indian has grown up with. Over the years, multiple shows, movies, and daily soaps have been made on the Indian epic, but among many, the one that has been considered a cult classic is Ramanand Sagar's <em>Ramayana</em>. The 1980s television series telecast on Doordarshan is still lauded as one of the best on-screen depictions of the <em>Ramayana</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As Raut's <em>Adipurush</em> faces backlash from the masses, Ramanand Sagar's son, Prem Sagar, has reacted to the movie and expressed his displeasure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about the movie, the late director's son said that Om Raut has tried to make a ''Marvel movie'.'&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his recent interview, Prem said, "Om Raut has tried to make a Marvel film. Papaji (Ramanand Sagar) did take some creative liberties while making the Ramayana but he understood Lord Ram. He read various scriptures and then made a few changes, but never messed around with facts."</p>

<p>Prem Sagar further added that he hasn't watched the movie yet but isn't happy with the trailer. When told that the makers have made this movie by keeping today's audience in mind, he said, ''Then they should show the film in Breach Candy or Colaba. Don’t show it worldwide. Don’t hurt people’s sentiments. Krittivasi and Eknath also made Ramayana but they never changed the content. They only changed the colour or language but here all the facts seemed to be changed.''</p>

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<p><strong>The villainous look of Ravana &nbsp;</strong><br />
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In the movie, Saif Ali Khan plays the role of Ravana, and his villainous look has been questioned by many. Addressing the same, Sagar said that he was the King of Lanka and in some scriptures, it has been revealed that he was a knowledgeable man, and Ram himself considered Ravana a&nbsp;great scholar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''Many scriptures also say that Lord Ram himself considered Raavan as a great learned man… you cannot present Raavan as a deadly villain in the name of creative liberty,'' he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Adipurush criticism&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The movie, which was made on a hefty budget of Rs 500 crore, has faced a massive backlash from critics and audiences alike.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Viewers have been slamming the movie by saying that it has been unnecessarily overloaded with VFX and CGI work. Some have pointed out the wrong portrayal of the mythological characters and the way they are presented in the movie.&nbsp;</p>

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Om Raut's Adipurush was released in theatres on June 16, and since then, the movie has been in talks for all the wrong reasons. The movie is based on the Ramayana, an epic that almost every Indian has grown up with.

Om Raut's Adipurush was released in theatres on June 16, and since then, the movie has been in talks for all the wrong reasons. The movie is based on the Ramayana, an epic that almost every Indian has grown up with. Over the years, multiple shows, movies, and daily soaps have been made on the Indian epic, but among many, the one that has been considered a cult classic is Ramanand Sagar's Ramayana. The 1980s television series telecast on Doordarshan is still lauded as one of the best on-screen depictions of the Ramayana. As Raut's Adipurush faces backlash from the masses, Ramanand Sagar's son, Prem Sagar, has reacted to the movie and expressed his displeasure. Talking about the movie, the late director's son said that Om Raut has tried to make a ''Marvel movie'.' In his recent interview, Prem said, "Om Raut has tried to make a Marvel film. Papaji (Ramanand Sagar) did take some creative liberties while making the Ramayana but he understood Lord Ram. He read various scriptures and then made a few changes, but never messed around with facts." Prem Sagar further added that he hasn't watched the movie yet but isn't happy with the trailer. When told that the makers have made this movie by keeping today's audience in mind, he said, ''Then they should show the film in Breach Candy or Colaba. Don’t show it worldwide. Don’t hurt people’s sentiments. Krittivasi and Eknath also made Ramayana but they never changed the content. They only changed the colour or language but here all the facts seemed to be changed.'' The villainous look of Ravana In the movie, Saif Ali Khan plays the role of Ravana, and his villainous look has been questioned by many. Addressing the same, Sagar said that he was the King of Lanka and in some scriptures, it has been revealed that he was a knowledgeable man, and Ram himself considered Ravana a great scholar. ''Many scriptures also say that Lord Ram himself considered Raavan as a great learned man… you cannot present Raavan as a deadly villain in the name of creative liberty,'' he said. Adipurush criticism The movie, which was made on a hefty budget of Rs 500 crore, has faced a massive backlash from critics and audiences alike. Viewers have been slamming the movie by saying that it has been unnecessarily overloaded with VFX and CGI work. Some have pointed out the wrong portrayal of the mythological characters and the way they are presented in the movie. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Ramanand Sagar’s son slams Adipurush, says ‘makers tried to make a Marvel film’

<p>After the upcoming epic action-drama film <em>Adipurush </em>was criticised by Nepalese politician Balen Shah for a statement in the film suggesting Goddess Sita is the "daughter of India", the makers have reportedly removed or modified the dialogue. <em>Adipurush </em>is a cinematic retelling of Valmiki's <em>Ramayana</em>, one of the two major ancient Hindu epics, the other being the <em>Mahabharata</em>. The film&nbsp;stars Prabhas and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles. Shah, who is the 15th mayor of Nepal's capital Kathmandu, had shared on Facebook that unless the slogan "Janki is the daughter of India" in the film Adipurush is considered untrue not only in Nepal but also in India, no Hindi film would be permitted to be screened in the Kathmandu Metropolitan City.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He mentioned that a two-day deadline was provided to rectify the situation and concluded with a tribute to Sita.</p>

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<h2><strong>Where was Sita actually born as per Hindu mythology?</strong></h2>

<p>According to Hindu mythology, Sita is believed to have been born in Janakpur, which is indeed located in present-day Nepal. In the epic Ramayana, Janakpur is depicted as the birthplace of Sita and the kingdom of her father, King Janaka. However, her birthplace has been a subject of debate and interpretation within different cultural and religious contexts. The beliefs can vary among different traditions and interpretations of the Ramayana.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is <em>Adipurush </em>all about?</strong></h2>

<p>Also starring Saif Ali Khan, Sunny Singh and Devdatta Nage, the film is an adaptation of the Ramayana. Due to extensive visual effects, it is one of the most expensive Indian films ever made and was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu languages.&nbsp;<br />
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After the upcoming epic action-drama film Adipurush was criticised by Nepalese politician Balen Shah for a statement in the film suggesting Goddess Sita is the "daughter of India", the makers have reportedly removed or modified the dialogue.

After the upcoming epic action-drama film Adipurush was criticised by Nepalese politician Balen Shah for a statement in the film suggesting Goddess Sita is the "daughter of India", the makers have reportedly removed or modified the dialogue. Adipurush is a cinematic retelling of Valmiki's Ramayana, one of the two major ancient Hindu epics, the other being the Mahabharata. The film stars Prabhas and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles. Shah, who is the 15th mayor of Nepal's capital Kathmandu, had shared on Facebook that unless the slogan "Janki is the daughter of India" in the film Adipurush is considered untrue not only in Nepal but also in India, no Hindi film would be permitted to be screened in the Kathmandu Metropolitan City. He mentioned that a two-day deadline was provided to rectify the situation and concluded with a tribute to Sita. Where was Sita actually born as per Hindu mythology? According to Hindu mythology, Sita is believed to have been born in Janakpur, which is indeed located in present-day Nepal. In the epic Ramayana, Janakpur is depicted as the birthplace of Sita and the kingdom of her father, King Janaka. However, her birthplace has been a subject of debate and interpretation within different cultural and religious contexts. The beliefs can vary among different traditions and interpretations of the Ramayana. What is Adipurush all about? Also starring Saif Ali Khan, Sunny Singh and Devdatta Nage, the film is an adaptation of the Ramayana. Due to extensive visual effects, it is one of the most expensive Indian films ever made and was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu languages. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Sita's birthplace dialogue altered in Adipurush following controversy in Nepal

<p>Controversies around the upcoming film <em>Adipurush</em> refuse to die down. Now, the film's director Om Raut is being criticised for his recent action. Raut sparked controversy on social media after a video of him kissing Kriti Sanon, the lead actress in the film, on her cheek went viral. While the gesture seems harmless, it is the premise that many people have raised objections to.<br />
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In the video, Raut can be seen bidding goodbye to Sanon as the latter leaves the premise of Tirupati temple. The team of <em>Adipurush,</em> including the film's leading man Prabhas launched the film's trailer at Sri Venkateswara University Stadium in Tirupati.&nbsp;Tirupati is a city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The city is home to the important Hindu shrine of Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple and other historic temples.<br />
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Controversy erupted when Om Raut and Kriti Sanon visited the Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirupati on Wednesday morning. As they were exiting the temple premises, Raut gave Kriti a goodbye kiss on her cheek as she left in her car. The gesture has not gone down well with certain people including Ramesh Naidu Nagothu, the BJP State Secretary in Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;<br />
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“Is it really necessary to bring your antics to a sacred place? Engage in public displays of affection, like kissing and hugging in front of the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala is deemed disrespectful and unacceptable," tweeted Nagothu but later deleted the tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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There were others who defended Raut and pointed out that there was nothing wrong with the way Raut bid Sanon goodbye.&nbsp;<br />
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"Is it bad to give a kiss to our friend in Tirumala?," asked an internet user.&nbsp; "See nothing wrong with it.. What is so controversial about this? A goodbye kiss on cheek by a dear friend."&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the internet users wrote, "There is no vulgarity in om rout gesture but of course, if vulgar people would like to see it that way they will, just like you." &nbsp;A netizen wrote, "Your mindset is inappropriate."&nbsp;<br />
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Director Om Raut refrained from commenting on the viral video but wrote on social media about his visit to the temple. “After coming to the temple, I feel extremely amazing. It felt nice. We had a great darshan today morning. Yesterday, we put out the trailer. It’s a mesmerising feeling and I cannot put it into words," Raut wrote.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Controversies around <em>Adipurush</em></strong><br />
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A cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic Ramayana, <em>Adipurush </em>has been courting controversy ever since the film's first teaser came out last year. Fans had raised objections to the depiction of Raavan in the film- being played by actor Saif Ali Khan. Then earlier this year, an FIR was filed against the makers for the incorrect poster.&nbsp;<br />
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The complaint stated that the religious sentiments of the Hindu society were hurt by the makers as they had inappropriately displayed the characters of the Hindi religious text Ramcharitmanas in the new poster of the film.&nbsp;<br />
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Directed by Om Raut,<em> Adipurush </em>has Prabhas playing the role of &nbsp;Raghav in the film, Kriti Sanon will play Janaki and Sunny Singh as Lakshman. The film also stars Saif Ali Khan as the antagonist, portraying Ravana. <em>Adipurush </em>is reportedly the biggest film in Prabhas’ career. It is a mythological drama that has been made on a reported budget of Rs 500 crore. <em>Adipurush</em> will be releasing&nbsp;in cinemas on June 16, 2023.</p>

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Controversies around the upcoming film Adipurush refuse to die down. Now, the film's director Om Raut is being criticised for his recent action. Raut sparked controversy on social media after a video of him kissing Kriti Sanon, the lead actress in the film, on her cheek went viral.

Controversies around the upcoming film Adipurush refuse to die down. Now, the film's director Om Raut is being criticised for his recent action. Raut sparked controversy on social media after a video of him kissing Kriti Sanon, the lead actress in the film, on her cheek went viral. While the gesture seems harmless, it is the premise that many people have raised objections to. In the video, Raut can be seen bidding goodbye to Sanon as the latter leaves the premise of Tirupati temple. The team of Adipurush, including the film's leading man Prabhas launched the film's trailer at Sri Venkateswara University Stadium in Tirupati. Tirupati is a city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The city is home to the important Hindu shrine of Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple and other historic temples. Controversy erupted when Om Raut and Kriti Sanon visited the Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirupati on Wednesday morning. As they were exiting the temple premises, Raut gave Kriti a goodbye kiss on her cheek as she left in her car. The gesture has not gone down well with certain people including Ramesh Naidu Nagothu, the BJP State Secretary in Andhra Pradesh. “Is it really necessary to bring your antics to a sacred place? Engage in public displays of affection, like kissing and hugging in front of the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala is deemed disrespectful and unacceptable," tweeted Nagothu but later deleted the tweet. There were others who defended Raut and pointed out that there was nothing wrong with the way Raut bid Sanon goodbye. "Is it bad to give a kiss to our friend in Tirumala?," asked an internet user. "See nothing wrong with it.. What is so controversial about this? A goodbye kiss on cheek by a dear friend." One of the internet users wrote, "There is no vulgarity in om rout gesture but of course, if vulgar people would like to see it that way they will, just like you." A netizen wrote, "Your mindset is inappropriate." Director Om Raut refrained from commenting on the viral video but wrote on social media about his visit to the temple. “After coming to the temple, I feel extremely amazing. It felt nice. We had a great darshan today morning. Yesterday, we put out the trailer. It’s a mesmerising feeling and I cannot put it into words," Raut wrote. Controversies around Adipurush A cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic Ramayana, Adipurush has been courting controversy ever since the film's first teaser came out last year. Fans had raised objections to the depiction of Raavan in the film- being played by actor Saif Ali Khan. Then earlier this year, an FIR was filed against the makers for the incorrect poster. The complaint stated that the religious sentiments of the Hindu society were hurt by the makers as they had inappropriately displayed the characters of the Hindi religious text Ramcharitmanas in the new poster of the film. Directed by Om Raut, Adipurush has Prabhas playing the role of Raghav in the film, Kriti Sanon will play Janaki and Sunny Singh as Lakshman. The film also stars Saif Ali Khan as the antagonist, portraying Ravana. Adipurush is reportedly the biggest film in Prabhas’ career. It is a mythological drama that has been made on a reported budget of Rs 500 crore. Adipurush will be releasing in cinemas on June 16, 2023. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Adipurush director Om Raut sparks controversy as he kisses Kriti Sanon at Tirupati temple

<p>To mark the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, the makers of the upcoming film <em>Adipurush </em>unveiled the first poster of the film on Thursday morning. The film is loosely based on the Hindu mythological tale of Ramayan. Releasing on 16th June 2023, the magnum opus boasts an ensemble cast of Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan, and Sunny Singh, amongst others</p>

<p>With the gleam of lights and the echo of the chants, the makers of <em>Adipurush</em>&nbsp;release the glorious poster of the film. The poster depicts Prabhas as Raghav, Kriti Sanon as Janaki, Sunny Singh as Shesh, and Devdatta Nage bowing down to them as Bajrang. The film carries forward the virtue of the Hindu god Ram who was known for his courage and sacrifice.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In India, Hindus celebrate Ram Navami as the birth anniversary of lord Ram.</p>

<p>Adipurush, directed by Om Raut is produced by T- Series, Bhushan Kumar &amp; Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Controversy around Adipurush</h2>

<p>Ever since the first teaser of the film dropped on social media in 2022, there has been a certain section on social media that has raised objections over the film, alleging that the film hurts religious sentiments. There have been demands for a ban on the film which was set to release in January 2023.&nbsp;<br />
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Most have raised objections to the way Raavan's character looks in the film. Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to play the character in the film who is the main antagonist of the film. "How Ravana has been depicted is absolutely wrong and condemnable. Through the media, we demand an immediate ban on the film," said the head priest of Ram Temple in Ayodhya Satyendra Das to the press at an event in October 2022.&nbsp;<br />
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He said <em>Adipurush</em>, a big-budget adaptation of the Ramayana and directed by Om Raut of <em>Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior</em>&nbsp;fame, doesn't show Lord Rama and Hanuman as mentioned in the epic either and hence goes against their dignity.</p>

<p>Objection and disappointment were also expressed over the film`s poor VFX and the unrealistic look of various characters including Saif`s Raavan. Seeing Saif donning short spiked hair, a long beard, and kohl-lined eyes, several netizens have compared the actor`s look in the film with that of Ranveer Singh's Alauddin Khilji in <em>Padmavat</em> rather than Raavan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Owing to the controversies, the makers had then later pushed the release date to April 2023 until it was finally changed to June 2023.&nbsp;</p>


To mark the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, the makers of the upcoming film Adipurush unveiled the first poster of the film on Thursday morning. The film is loosely based on the Hindu mythological tale of Ramayan.

To mark the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, the makers of the upcoming film Adipurush unveiled the first poster of the film on Thursday morning. The film is loosely based on the Hindu mythological tale of Ramayan. Releasing on 16th June 2023, the magnum opus boasts an ensemble cast of Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan, and Sunny Singh, amongst others With the gleam of lights and the echo of the chants, the makers of Adipurush release the glorious poster of the film. The poster depicts Prabhas as Raghav, Kriti Sanon as Janaki, Sunny Singh as Shesh, and Devdatta Nage bowing down to them as Bajrang. The film carries forward the virtue of the Hindu god Ram who was known for his courage and sacrifice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon) × In India, Hindus celebrate Ram Navami as the birth anniversary of lord Ram. Adipurush, directed by Om Raut is produced by T- Series, Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles. Controversy around Adipurush Ever since the first teaser of the film dropped on social media in 2022, there has been a certain section on social media that has raised objections over the film, alleging that the film hurts religious sentiments. There have been demands for a ban on the film which was set to release in January 2023. Most have raised objections to the way Raavan's character looks in the film. Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to play the character in the film who is the main antagonist of the film. "How Ravana has been depicted is absolutely wrong and condemnable. Through the media, we demand an immediate ban on the film," said the head priest of Ram Temple in Ayodhya Satyendra Das to the press at an event in October 2022. He said Adipurush, a big-budget adaptation of the Ramayana and directed by Om Raut of Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior fame, doesn't show Lord Rama and Hanuman as mentioned in the epic either and hence goes against their dignity. Objection and disappointment were also expressed over the film`s poor VFX and the unrealistic look of various characters including Saif`s Raavan. Seeing Saif donning short spiked hair, a long beard, and kohl-lined eyes, several netizens have compared the actor`s look in the film with that of Ranveer Singh's Alauddin Khilji in Padmavat rather than Raavan. Owing to the controversies, the makers had then later pushed the release date to April 2023 until it was finally changed to June 2023.

Adipurush first poster out! Prabhas, Kriti Sanon and Sunny Singh to recreate Ramayan on the big screen

<p>On Sunday, during the Hindu festival of Navratri, the teaser of the upcoming Hindi film 'Adipurush' was unveiled on social media. Starring actors Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon in the lead, the film is based on the epic, 'Ramayan'.&nbsp;<br />
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Ever since the first trailer of the film dropped on social media, there has been a certain section on social media that has raised objections over the film, alleging that the film hurts religious sentiments. There have been demands for a ban on the film which is set to release in January 2023.&nbsp;</p>

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<strong>What is the controversy around 'Adipurush'?</strong><br />
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Most have raised objections to the way Raavan's character looks in the film. Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to play the character in the film who is the main antagonist of the film. "The way in which Ravana has been depicted is absolutely wrong and condemnable. Through the media, we demand an immediate ban on the film," said the head priest of Ram Temple in Ayodhya Satyendra Das to the press at an event recently.&nbsp;<br />
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He said 'Adipurush', a big budget adaptation of the Ramayana and directed by Om Raut of 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior' fame, doesn't show Lord Rama and Hanuman as mentioned in the epic either and hence goes against their dignity.<br />
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BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj said that the film makes a mockery of Hindu deities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Raavan looks like a Muslim invader in the film while Hanuman`s image has been distorted beyond recognition which is highly condemnable. Filmmakers think they can get away with any level of cinematic liberty. This cannot be permitted," he said at another event soon after the teaser was unveiled.<br />
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Mahant Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Ram Janmabhoomi temple, said, "No one can be allowed to misrepresent the Hindu mythology and distort the image of Hindu gods and goddesses."<br />
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Sunil Raj of Hindu Rashtra Sena, a fringe outfit, said that the film's teaser also portrays Sita in a poor light. "She looks more like a film heroine than a goddess. We will not allow the film to get a release." Kriti Sanon plays Sita in 'Adipurush'.&nbsp;<br />
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People have also expressed disappointment over the film`s poor VFX and the unrealistic look of various characters including Saif`s Raavan. Seeing Saif donning short spiked hairs, a long beard, and kohl lined&nbsp;eyes, several netizens have compared the actor`s look in the film with that of Alauddin Khilji rather than Raavan.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Call for a ban on the film</strong><br />
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Amid controversies, Keshav Prasad Maurya, the deputy CM of Uttar Pradesh - a state in North India- has said that the film should be corrected before its January 2023 release.<br />
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Speaking to a news agency Maurya said, "First of all I want to wish everyone a very Happy Dussehra, I haven`t watched the teaser of `Adipurush` yet, but in any case, films that hurt religious sentiments should not be supported, that`s wrong.It needs to be corrected and presented properly."<br />
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"If you hurt the religious sentiments, then all the believers will not accept such things. And I also believe this, if such kind of film is being made then it needs to be corrected before presenting it in front of the audience,"he added.<br />
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Earlier BJP spokesperson Malavika Avinash said, "I am saddened by the fact that the director let alone researching the Valmiki`s Ramayana, Kamba Ramayana or Tulsidasa`s Ramayana, or the umpteen numbers of interpretations of Ramayana that are available across board as far as Thailand where they do beautiful performances of the Ramayana. The least he could have done is research our own films; there are so many Kannada films, Telugu films, Tamil films, which show how Raavana looked."<br />
"He could have just looked up NT Rama Rao or Dr Rajkumar in `Bhookailasa` or any of these great actors, SV Ranga Rao in `Sampoorna Ramayana`, to understand how Raavana looked. The Raavana in the photograph that I see floating around is a guy who looks nothing Indian, who has blue eye makeup and is wearing leather jackets. This is our history they are representing; they cannot do it in the guise of creative liberty," she continued.<br />
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<strong>The director of 'Adipurush' reacts</strong><br />
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The film has been helmed by Om Raut who has reacted to the controversy surrounding his film. Raut felt that his film was too massive to be contained for mobile viewing.&nbsp;<br />
Speaking to a daily, Raut said, "I was disheartened for sure, not surprised because the film is made for a larger medium, the big screen. You can cut it down to some extent but can`t bring it down to a mobile phone."</p>

<p>"That`s an environment I can`t control. Given a choice, I`d never put it on YouTube but that`s the need of the hour. We need to put it there so that it reaches a wide audience," Raut further added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film, which features Prabhas as Lord Ram, Saif Ali Khan as the Raavan, Kriti Sanon as Sita and Sunny Singh in lead roles, is set to debut in theatres on January 12, 2023, in several languages.</p>


On Sunday, during the Hindu festival of Navratri, the teaser of the upcoming Hindi film 'Adipurush' was unveiled on social media. Starring actors Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon in the lead, the film is based on the epic, 'Ramayan'.

On Sunday, during the Hindu festival of Navratri, the teaser of the upcoming Hindi film 'Adipurush' was unveiled on social media. Starring actors Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon in the lead, the film is based on the epic, 'Ramayan'. Ever since the first trailer of the film dropped on social media, there has been a certain section on social media that has raised objections over the film, alleging that the film hurts religious sentiments. There have been demands for a ban on the film which is set to release in January 2023. What is the controversy around 'Adipurush'? Most have raised objections to the way Raavan's character looks in the film. Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to play the character in the film who is the main antagonist of the film. "The way in which Ravana has been depicted is absolutely wrong and condemnable. Through the media, we demand an immediate ban on the film," said the head priest of Ram Temple in Ayodhya Satyendra Das to the press at an event recently. He said 'Adipurush', a big budget adaptation of the Ramayana and directed by Om Raut of 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior' fame, doesn't show Lord Rama and Hanuman as mentioned in the epic either and hence goes against their dignity. BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj said that the film makes a mockery of Hindu deities. "Raavan looks like a Muslim invader in the film while Hanuman`s image has been distorted beyond recognition which is highly condemnable. Filmmakers think they can get away with any level of cinematic liberty. This cannot be permitted," he said at another event soon after the teaser was unveiled. Mahant Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Ram Janmabhoomi temple, said, "No one can be allowed to misrepresent the Hindu mythology and distort the image of Hindu gods and goddesses." Sunil Raj of Hindu Rashtra Sena, a fringe outfit, said that the film's teaser also portrays Sita in a poor light. "She looks more like a film heroine than a goddess. We will not allow the film to get a release." Kriti Sanon plays Sita in 'Adipurush'. People have also expressed disappointment over the film`s poor VFX and the unrealistic look of various characters including Saif`s Raavan. Seeing Saif donning short spiked hairs, a long beard, and kohl lined eyes, several netizens have compared the actor`s look in the film with that of Alauddin Khilji rather than Raavan. Call for a ban on the film Amid controversies, Keshav Prasad Maurya, the deputy CM of Uttar Pradesh - a state in North India- has said that the film should be corrected before its January 2023 release. Speaking to a news agency Maurya said, "First of all I want to wish everyone a very Happy Dussehra, I haven`t watched the teaser of `Adipurush` yet, but in any case, films that hurt religious sentiments should not be supported, that`s wrong.It needs to be corrected and presented properly." "If you hurt the religious sentiments, then all the believers will not accept such things. And I also believe this, if such kind of film is being made then it needs to be corrected before presenting it in front of the audience,"he added. Earlier BJP spokesperson Malavika Avinash said, "I am saddened by the fact that the director let alone researching the Valmiki`s Ramayana, Kamba Ramayana or Tulsidasa`s Ramayana, or the umpteen numbers of interpretations of Ramayana that are available across board as far as Thailand where they do beautiful performances of the Ramayana. The least he could have done is research our own films; there are so many Kannada films, Telugu films, Tamil films, which show how Raavana looked." "He could have just looked up NT Rama Rao or Dr Rajkumar in `Bhookailasa` or any of these great actors, SV Ranga Rao in `Sampoorna Ramayana`, to understand how Raavana looked. The Raavana in the photograph that I see floating around is a guy who looks nothing Indian, who has blue eye makeup and is wearing leather jackets. This is our history they are representing; they cannot do it in the guise of creative liberty," she continued. The director of 'Adipurush' reacts The film has been helmed by Om Raut who has reacted to the controversy surrounding his film. Raut felt that his film was too massive to be contained for mobile viewing. Speaking to a daily, Raut said, "I was disheartened for sure, not surprised because the film is made for a larger medium, the big screen. You can cut it down to some extent but can`t bring it down to a mobile phone." "That`s an environment I can`t control. Given a choice, I`d never put it on YouTube but that`s the need of the hour. We need to put it there so that it reaches a wide audience," Raut further added. The film, which features Prabhas as Lord Ram, Saif Ali Khan as the Raavan, Kriti Sanon as Sita and Sunny Singh in lead roles, is set to debut in theatres on January 12, 2023, in several languages.