'Padmaavat': Interesting quotes by Deepika Padukone during the film's promotions

Swara Bhasker has found herself in the eye of a storm ever since she wrote an open letter on ‘Padmaavat’ and questioned the practice of jauhar, apart from other things shown in the film. However, many fans have given their rebuttals including the film's lead stars Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh. Now, leading lady Deepika Padukone has broken her silence on this trending topic.

According to reports, when asked about some feminists opposing the film Deepika reiterated that the time period should be taken into consideration. Responding to questions on Swara's letter, Deepika guessed that the actress probably missed the many disclaimers at the beginning of the film when she went out to buy popcorn. She also added that the film should be taken in its totality, which signifies the strength, power and dignity of women.

Meanwhile, the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film is kicking up a storm at the domestic and worldwide box office. The magnum opus has already recorded the highest overseas weekend opening with an estimated collection of over $11 million.

Since the release of ‘Padmaavat’, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor have been busy celebrating the success of the film. While the entire film industry stood in solidarity with the film, some had problems with the self-immolation or jauhar scene at the end of the movie. Deepika seems to have an answer for those questions.

Talking about the latest discussion surrounding jauhar scene, the actress said that neither she nor the makers endorse the practice in any way. She also added that the scene must be taken in context to the time period the film was set in. Deepika feels that when taken in its intended context, the scene is powerful as she thinks her character finally reunited with the one she loves.

While she is aware of the criticisms, the ‘Padmaavat’ actress also pointed out the phenomenal praise the climactic scene has been getting, with many standing and applauding it in theatres.

December 1 could have been the day that Deepika Padukone’s fans saw her in all her regal glory as she played the role of the goddess queen Padmini in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Padmavati’. However, as the wait for the film’s delayed release will go on for a while, fans have a number of mesmerising posters, a hair-raising trailer and two songs to watch on repeat.

While everyone eagerly awaits the CBFC’s clearance, lead actors Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor, have come forward to voice their support to their director and condemn the recent attacks. On a lighter note, Deepika recently revealed her most memorable moments on the sets of the magnum opus while gushing about its “chilling” and “extraordinary” posters. Although she could not reveal much about her special moments in the film, she did state that the few scenes depicted in the posters were some of her favourite.

Rumours were rife that director Bhansali is planning on releasing a second trailer that will allegedly put an end to baseless talks about the film that gave rise to a year-long controversy. However, there has been no confirmation on the same.

Amidst controversies spiralling out of control and a daily dose of drama surrounding the release of ‘Padmavati’, lead actress Deepika Padukone has found herself feeling a sense of excitement and confidence towards the film. Despite the threats of physical harm, the actress still manages to see the silver lining in it all and expressed the same in a recent interview.
According to reports doing the rounds online, Deepika said that the team is “keen and eager” to show their work of “love, passion and enthusiasm” to everyone. While stating that she is confident everyone will like the film, she also said that she feels ‘Padmavati’ is heading towards being something “really special”.
Post the release of the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, Deepika has hinted that fans should not look forward to seeing her star in another historical drama. Pointing out that she isn’t in the right “frame of mind” at the moment, she says that she has done a couple of such films and needs to take a break from that.
The film which co-stars Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor was scheduled to release on December 1 but has been postponed to a later undisclosed date.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus 'Padmavati' is simmering up for its release on 1st December. While the biggest on-screen battle between Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor is still weeks away, the film has not fallen short of various controversies along the way. Since its inception, the film has been met with resistance from fringe groups threatening to obstruct screenings of the film, despite the Information & Broadcast Minister assuring its smooth release.

'Padmavati' features Deepika Padukone in the title role as Rani Padmini, alongside Shahid Kapoor as Maha Rawal Ratan Singh and Ranveer Singh as Sultan Alauddin Khilji, with Aditi Rao Hydari and Jim Sarbh in supporting roles.

The film has been ruling popularity charts even before the promotions starting out in full swing. Leading lady Deepika has been spotted on numerous occasions promoting the upcoming film. Here's a look at her interesting quotes thus far.

With multiple death threats and a bounty on her head, ‘Padmavati’ actress Deepika Padukone says that she would like to feel "safer and protected" at this point in time. The actress, who was granted police protection after receiving multiple threats, reportedly spoke her mind in a recent interview and voiced her concerns about her security.

According to reports doing the rounds online, the actress was questioned if she would like to have better protection from the state. To this, Deepika was quoted saying, “In an ideal world, yes. I think it is too soon to tell... But yes it would be nicer to feel safer or protected at this point."

While the film will not be hitting screens on its scheduled December 1 release date, efforts are being made by various fringe groups to get it banned altogether. Terming the protests as “hurtful” and “sad”, Deepika was reported saying that is was disheartening that people didn’t recognise the power of cinema to unite and spread love.

Deepika Padukone sought to brush away the matter of her remuneration for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmavati', which is reportedly more than co-stars Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor, saying she was "comfortable" with what she got.

"Talking about my remuneration is not exciting for me. I am confident and comfortable with what I am paid," she said at the 3D version trailer launch of the upcoming film.

"But let me tell you something and this is something I am really proud of is the fact that people like them (co-producer Viacom and director Bhansali) have invested this kind of money on a film like this and poster like this...that for me is hugely encouraging... this is the biggest film that Indian cinema has seen not in just terms of scale but in terms of budget and resources, and what is the poster behind it? For me that is the turning point for Indian cinema," she added.

Deepika Padukone was recently present at the book launch of Hema Malini's biography - 'Beyond The Dream Girl', written by Ram Kamal Mukherjee.

During an interactive session with Hema, Deepika shared how acting in the magnum opus 'Padmavati' has transformed her creative mind. She said, "Working in Padmavati was an exhausting experience. It takes quite a lot to work on a character for nine months constantly round the clock. Certain characters just don't leave your system."

Sanjay Leela Bhansali may have a reputation for being a tough taskmaster on the sets but Deepika Padukone believes she has developed a shorthand with the director after collaborating with him on three films.

At the film's 3D trailer launch, the actress revealed that she would initially rehearse a lot before shooting a particular scene but her performance has become more instinctive now.

"With Sanjay Leela Bhansali, you don't count the number of takes, you just go with the flow. You have to switch off from things like your heavy headgear, costume or how uncomfortable the dupatta is on your head. When the camera is on, it is all about what I am doing and the energy. After the shoot, you realise (there are) injuries," she said at the event.

Deepika Padukone's 'Padmavati' look, especially the unibrow has been a point of discussion on social media as much as her heavy jewellery and costumes but the actor said she had no qualms in experimenting with her appearance. "As women, we have been conditioned to think in a certain way (in terms of beauty). I am glad about what we did (unibrow look) with 'Padmavati' and my look. It takes an immense amount of belief for all of us to take that risk in a sense because that is not how the audience is conditioned."

"... Some of them have picked up the unibrow and the skin tone... but the beauty is so much more. For me, she is hugely inspiring."