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Before Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, 8 Period Dramas Embroiled In Controversy

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Chhaava (2025)
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Chhaava (2025)

The film, starring Vicky Kaushal has sparked controversy, with several groups expressing objections to the film’s dance sequences.

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Bajirao Mastani (2015)
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Bajirao Mastani (2015)

The historical film faced controversy for showing an inaccurate portrayal of Bajirao and Mastani’s story.

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Manikarnika (2019)
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Manikarnika (2019)

Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, the Kangana Ranaut starrer epic historical action drama faced criticism by an outfit for distorting historical facts.

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Panipat (2019)

Cabinet minister Vishvendra Singh, a descendant of Maharaja Surajmal led a protest against the period film, seeking a ban over its alleged misrepresentation of history.

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Samrat Prithviraj (2022)

The Akshay Kumar film was controversial due to historical inaccuracies, title changes, and community objections.

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Mangal Pandey: The Rising (2005)

The film sparked controversy among political groups, who accused it of distorting facts about India’s war of independence.

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Padmaavat (2018)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmavati faced criticism from Rajput groups, alleging the film misrepresented historical facts and insulted the legendary queen.

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Jodhaa Akbar (2008)

Protesters targeted the film for its alleged misrepresentation of events and figures, particularly Emperor Akbhar and Jodha.

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Aśoka (2001)

The Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor starrer film faced criticism for taking excessive liberties.

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