<p>Om Raut's <em>Adipurush </em>drew a massive backlash earlier this year. Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla was among those who were called out for his work in the movie. Months after the release of the movie, Manoj spoke out as he went on to accept that it was&nbsp;''100 per cent a mistake.''<br />
<br />
Manoj wrote the Prabhas&nbsp;starrer movie, which was inspired by the Hindu epic Ramayan. The dialogues of the movie were deemed indecent and objectionable, and the way&nbsp;epic was presented was a big issue and was slammed by the people for ''hurting their religious sentiments."<br />
<br />
During his recent interview with the Indian news channel Aajtak, Muntashir reacted to all the backlash as he went on to reveal that it was a mistake and nothing was intentional.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
"There is no doubt about it. I am not such an insecure person that I would defend my writing skills by saying that I have written well. It's a 100 per cent mistake. Yes, I made a big mistake. But, there was no bad intention behind that mistake. I had absolutely no intention of hurting the religion and causing trouble to Sanatan or to defame Lord Ram or to say something about Hanuman ji which is not there."<br />
<br />
''A mistake has been made. I have learned a lot from this accident and it was a great learning process. I will be very careful from now on,” he said.<br />
<br />
Reflecting on his statement that he said, when the controversy erupted at the time of the release, Muntashir said, ''I feel that when people were furious, I should not have clarified at that time. This was my biggest mistake. I should not have spoken at that time. If people are angry with my clarification, then their anger is justified. Because that was not the time to clarify and today I understand that mistake."Muntashir went on to reveal that he moved abroad after receiving death threats after the movie's release. He said, “The world may consider you good and tomorrow it may be considered bad but for your family, you are a hero.”&nbsp;<br />
<br />
At the end of the conversation, the writer said that he deserved a second chance after whatever happened.&nbsp;Directed by Om Raut, the movie stars Prabhas as Lord Ram, Kriti as Goddess Sita, Sunny Singh as Laxman, and Saif Ali Khan as Ravana. Made on a hefty budget of Rs 500 crore, Om Raut's movie bombed at the box office and was seen as the biggest disappointment of this year when it comes to box office numbers.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from the agencies)</em></p>


Om Raut's Adipurush drew a massive backlash earlier this year. Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla was among those who were called out for his work in the movie. Months after the release of the movie, Manoj spoke out as he went on to accept that it was ''100 per cent a mistake.

Om Raut's Adipurush drew a massive backlash earlier this year. Writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla was among those who were called out for his work in the movie. Months after the release of the movie, Manoj spoke out as he went on to accept that it was ''100 per cent a mistake.'' Manoj wrote the Prabhas starrer movie, which was inspired by the Hindu epic Ramayan. The dialogues of the movie were deemed indecent and objectionable, and the way epic was presented was a big issue and was slammed by the people for ''hurting their religious sentiments." During his recent interview with the Indian news channel Aajtak, Muntashir reacted to all the backlash as he went on to reveal that it was a mistake and nothing was intentional. "There is no doubt about it. I am not such an insecure person that I would defend my writing skills by saying that I have written well. It's a 100 per cent mistake. Yes, I made a big mistake. But, there was no bad intention behind that mistake. I had absolutely no intention of hurting the religion and causing trouble to Sanatan or to defame Lord Ram or to say something about Hanuman ji which is not there." ''A mistake has been made. I have learned a lot from this accident and it was a great learning process. I will be very careful from now on,” he said. Reflecting on his statement that he said, when the controversy erupted at the time of the release, Muntashir said, ''I feel that when people were furious, I should not have clarified at that time. This was my biggest mistake. I should not have spoken at that time. If people are angry with my clarification, then their anger is justified. Because that was not the time to clarify and today I understand that mistake."Muntashir went on to reveal that he moved abroad after receiving death threats after the movie's release. He said, “The world may consider you good and tomorrow it may be considered bad but for your family, you are a hero.” At the end of the conversation, the writer said that he deserved a second chance after whatever happened. Directed by Om Raut, the movie stars Prabhas as Lord Ram, Kriti as Goddess Sita, Sunny Singh as Laxman, and Saif Ali Khan as Ravana. Made on a hefty budget of Rs 500 crore, Om Raut's movie bombed at the box office and was seen as the biggest disappointment of this year when it comes to box office numbers. (With inputs from the agencies)

Manoj Muntashir on Adipurush controversy: 'I made a big mistake'

<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>

<p>His clarification, though, seemed to have made things worse, as the controversy does not seem to die down.</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.

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<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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