Amidst the uproar across the country, Pratik gandhi and patralekha starrer film 'Phule' has been released in theaters. The film was accused of insulting 'Brahmins' and there was a lot of controversy. However, 'Phule' is not the only one in the list of films released amid controversy. This year, Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhava' and kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' and other films are also included.
'Phule' released in theaters
Pratik gandhi and patralekha starrer Anant Mahadevan's film 'Phule' was released in theaters on 25 April. The film is getting mixed response from the audience and critics. There was outrage across the country regarding 'Phule'. It was earlier scheduled to release on 10 april, but its date was postponed due to the controversy.
The Brahmin community raised objections against the film and accused it of insulting them. After the protest, the censor board made several cuts in the film and the film finally managed to reach the theatres. At the same time, producer-director Anurag Kashyap's statement on Brahmins was also controversial.
'Phule' is based on the life of social activist Jyotirao Govindrao Phule and his wife Savitribai Phule, who fought against caste discrimination and for women's right to education. Actor Pratik gandhi has played the role of mahatma Phule in the film. patralekha is playing the role of Savitribai Phule.
There was also controversy over Sunny Deol's 'Jaat'
Controversies also arose over the action film 'Jaat' starring Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Regina Cassandra, saiyami kher and other seasoned stars. The Christian community expressed displeasure over a scene in the film released in theatres on april 10 and also lodged an FIR against the film team. The community alleged that the film insulted the Christian community and hurt religious sentiments. However, the makers removed the controversial scene from the film. 'Jaat' has joined the 100 crore club.
Blockbuster 'Chhava' was also surrounded by controversies
Vicky Kaushal and rashmika Mandanna's 'Chhava' is also included in the list of films released in theatres amidst controversies. The film based on the life and bravery of shivaji Maharaj's son Sambhaji Maharaj proved to be the biggest hit of the year 2025. The controversy that started after the release of the film's trailer continued till the release of the film.
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