Bollywood actress Swara Bhaskar has once again found herself embroiled in controversy. The actress has been making headlines since her statement regarding the Jauhar scene in the film Padmaavat. Swara compared the women depicted in the movie performing Jauhar to rape survivors. This statement has sparked considerable controversy. The matter has escalated to the point where Swara is receiving death threats.
What did Maithili Thakur say?
However, BJP MLA Maithili Thakur has now responded to the controversy. Speaking to the media, she strongly condemned Swara’s statement about Jauhar. Maithili said, “This was very bad. The manner and confidence with which she made this statement is very bad.” She further added, “If she doesn’t have knowledge of these things, she shouldn’t have made such statements. She should first complete her studies and then speak.”
What did Swara Bhaskar say?
Actress Swara Bhaskar has linked the incident to a scene in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film “Padmaavat.” In 2018, Swara wrote a letter questioning the portrayal of Johar, calling it disturbing. She also questioned whether it was honorable for women to sacrifice their lives to escape the violence of rape and harassment. The actress also stated that a rape survivor has no right to live.
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When did Swara Bhaskar give her statement on Jauhar?
In fact, Swara’s statement, which is eight years old, is going viral these days. The Rajput community and several political organizations have now expressed their anger at the actress. Furthermore, the women’s wing and leaders of the Karni Sena have called Swara Bhaskar’s statement an insult to historical and cultural traditions.
Swara clarified
However, as the issue escalated, Swara Bhaskar also responded. She stated that she had not called Rani Padmavati or the women who committed Jauhar “cowards.” The actress stated that she only objected to this scene in the film and the message it conveys to society.