The New York Times
1/24/18 "Indians Are Convulsed by Anger Over Film About a Legendary Hindu Queen" Jeffrey Gettleman This article is about a new film that was released in India. The film is called Padmaavat and is about the legend of a Hindu queen, Padmavati. The legend of Padmavati is very important for many people and many are upset at the film for being based on such an important legend. Extremist groups have started mobs and sent threats because of this controversial films release. The release of Padmaavat has become a big issue in India. Many are protesting the film and there are also more violent protests. The police have had to take extra measures and watch theaters closely because of the violent protests. There are many who want to ban the film but there are also many who supported the films release. This has become a major event in India. Because of how the protests have spread the release of this film is now affecting the whole country. This has become a very important and polarizing issue in India There are lots of opinions on this films release. I think that it should be allowed. It is about something that is very important but from the information I have it was trying to be accurate and respectful to its source. I can understand why people might not like someone making a movie about something that important but I believe it should still be played for those who don't mind. I will comment on Andrew and Karsten's blog posts. Article Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/24/world/asia/india-hindu-muslim-padmavati-movie.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fworld&action=click&contentCollection=world®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=3&pgtype=sectionfront
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