4 controversial bollywood movies

Bollywood and controversy go hand in hand. Many times, Bollywood movies have been embroiled in controversies and created mixed reviews. From the film’s initial announcement to its post-release promotion, controversy surrounding the story, actors, and their personal lives spread like wildfire. Movies can suddenly become the talk of the town, especially if they are related to politics, religion, or social issues.

Some people in society don’t really accept movies that make them think. So, here are four Bollywood movies that caused a huge controversy.

4 controversial bollywood movies

Bajirao Mastani (2015)

Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is best known for delivering controversial films and this epic is one of them. Bajirao Mastani is modeled after the real-life king Peshwa of the 18th century. However, it was a somewhat fictionalized retelling of his story, depicting how his first and second wife met and danced together. Although numerous petitions were poured in, particularly from descendants of the real-life king, asking for the song to be removed, the song remained and was performed in the final film.

IMDb rating: 7.5

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Dirty Picture (2011)

The Dirty Picture, starring Vidya Balan, is based on the life of daring actress and dancer Silk Smitha. The film’s poster was provocative and did not go down well with the late actress’ family. In one case, Silk Smitha’s brother, displeased with the content shown, sent a legal notice to the filmmakers.

IMDb rating: 5

Oh My God (2012)

The obsession with Indians and their religious sentiments will never end. A similar story occurred in 2012 when the film Oh My God sparked controversy over how it hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus due to the rituals depicted in the film. Happened. It was not well received and put the filmmakers in a difficult position.

IMDb rating: 8.1

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Student of the Year (2012)

An NGO in Indore has objected to the song ‘Radha’, which depicts a mythological character as sexy, and has taken issue with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. An FIR has been filed against the producer. This song was not excluded from the film.

IMDb rating: 5.2

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