Bollywood Film about Legendary Hindu Queen Embroiled in Controversy

The Bollywood film Padmavati, a period epic depicting the story of a 14th century Hindu queen and a Muslim ruler, was one of the year’s most awaited movies. … , a warrior caste of North India for whom Padmavati is a symbol of pride and honor. While the BJP government in New Delhi has distanced itself from the controversy, several leaders of BJP-ruled states have …