Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa-starrer, Phule- based on the story of social reformers Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule, who fought against caste system and promoted women's education in the 19th century, has landed into controversy. The Ananth Mahadevan-directorial, which was supposed to hit the screens on April 11, has now been delayed. As per a report in The New Indian Express, Phule's release has been postponed to April 21.
Why is Phule postponed?
As per reports, a section of the Brahmin community in Maharashtra raised concerns about their representation in the movie, while some organisations alleged that it defames their community.
Following the objections, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has directed the makers of Phule to remove several caste-related terms.
As per the portal, CBFC has directed the makers to remove the terms such as ‘Mahar’, ‘Mang’, ‘Peshvai’, and ‘Manu라이브 바카라 system of caste’, which are considered 'sensitive'.
The Brahmin Federation, led by President Anand Dave, alleged that the film promotes casteism and portrays their community in a negative light.
Dave claimed that the film highlights caste-based discrimination, and ignores the contributions of Brahmins who supported Mahatma Phule라이브 바카라 reform efforts. He added, “The story is one-sided. We are not against showing the truth, but it should be inclusive. The film could stoke caste-based tensions''.
What has Ananth Mahadevan said over Phule controversy?
Mahadevan refuted Dave라이브 바카라 claims and told News18, “What you can do is make it honestly, stick to the facts, research, don’t exaggerate and don’t make it look unrealistic in anyway because their lives have been so dramatic that you don’t even need to take any cinematic liberties. In fact, you’ve to underplay a lot of things because it라이브 바카라 so dramatic!"
He further said, “I’m a Brahmin myself. If I’ve to make a film on caste differences, I’ll naturally be questioning myself first whether I’m doing the right thing or not. I wouldn’t be leaving it to the Brahmins of the world to come and question me and doubt my intentions. They should know that you cannot be questioning the doctor who라이브 바카라 treating the patients. The doctor would want the welfare of his patients''.
The filmmaker also said that we have so much difference in classes that it can’t be eradicated in the next 100-200 years and it will take time because it requires the mindset of people to change. ''And I don’t think it라이브 바카라 changing in a positive way. There라이브 바카라 still a lot of indifference. This film couldn’t be more relevant today than at any other time,'' he added.
