India’s Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Bhansali Productions have halted the global release of much-anticipated costume drama “Padmavati.” Controversy was sparked by the idea that it features a cross-faith Hindu-Muslim romance.
The film had been set for a Dec. 1 release in India. Related company, Paramount Pictures was recently announced as handle the worldwide distribution, in a day-and-date date release, coordinated with the outing in India.
While announcing a “voluntary deferment” of the film’s release, Viacom18 said that it had faith in legal process. And that it expected to announce a new date soon.
The film had been set for a Dec. 1 release in India. Related company, Paramount Pictures was recently announced as handle the worldwide distribution, in a day-and-date date release, coordinated with the outing in India.
While announcing a “voluntary deferment” of the film’s release, Viacom18 said that it had faith in legal process. And that it expected to announce a new date soon.
- 11/19/2017
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety - Film News
Similar News
Siddharth Anand’s Fighter Reigns At No. 1 on Ott; Charts Top 10 in 22 Countries
- 3/29/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Ramayana: 500 Crore Budget Concerns Madhu Mantena & He Backs Out? “Brahmastra Se Bhi Badhiya VFX Expected Hai,” Insider Reveals About Ranbir Kapoor’s Film!
- 3/28/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Kalki 2898 Ad: Prabhas’s Film Cracks Another Bumper Deal, Whopping 63% Budget To Be Recovered Via Ott Rights Alone?
- 3/28/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
B-Town: While cinemas offer sops, Ott platforms get aggressive
- 3/24/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Celebrate Holi with Bollywood: Films to Enjoy the Festival of Colors
- 3/23/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Madgaon Express Box Office Collection Day 1: Takes A Decent Start, All Eyes On Weekend Growth
- 3/23/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
Madgaon Express Box Office Collection Day 6: Stays Stable On Wednesday
- 3/28/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
Premalu At The Worldwide Box Office (After 48 Days): Even Before Its Ott Release, Makes Over 684% Profit
- 3/28/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Kapil Dev Charged Only 4% Of 83’s Budget While Ranveer Singh Took Home 16% As Salary – Decoding The Flop Affair At The Box Office!
- 3/27/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.
More to explore
‘Homeland’ Reunion: Claire Danes to Star in Netflix Drama From Howard Gordon
- 3/28/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘War Machine’: Alan Ritchson To Star In Sci-Fi Actioner For Lionsgate & Netflix
- 3/28/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Confirmed (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety - Film News
Ariana DeBose Returns to Host 2024 Tony Awards
- 3/27/2024
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Warfare’: Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis & More Join Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza’s Upcoming War Movie
- 3/28/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas Set to Receive British Knighthood and Damehood
- 3/28/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ramy Youssef Spied Working SNL Monologue at NYC’s Comedy Cellar
- 3/28/2024
- by Jed Rosenzweig
- LateNighter
All Six ‘RHONY’ Reboot Cast Members Will Return for Season 15 — Yes, That Includes Jenna Lyons
- 3/28/2024
- by Kate Aurthur
- Variety - TV News
Melissa Barrera on Getting Fired From ‘Scream’ and the Controversy That Followed
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Austin Butler to Lead Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Caught Stealing’ at Sony
- 3/27/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
Justin Simien, Christopher Yost Team for Sci-Fi Caper ‘Heist: Or, How to Steal a Planet’ (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘The Monkey’: Stephen King Adaptation With Theo James Is Also Starring Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Rohan Campbell & Sarah Levy; Filming Wraps
- 3/28/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Vertical Buys David Duchovny’s ‘Bucky F*cking Dent,’ Dramedy Set During the 1978 Red Sox-Yankees Pennant Race (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Diane Guerrero, Juan Pablo Raba to Lead Horror Film ‘The Whistler’ (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety - Film News
‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Finds Cast with Brec Bassinger, Teo Briones, Kaitlyn Santa Juana (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘War Machine’: Alan Ritchson To Star In Sci-Fi Actioner For Lionsgate & Netflix
- 3/28/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Confirmed (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety - Film News
Austin Butler to Lead Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Caught Stealing’ at Sony
- 3/27/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Finds Cast with Brec Bassinger, Teo Briones, Kaitlyn Santa Juana (Exclusive)
- 3/28/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Warfare’: Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis & More Join Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza’s Upcoming War Movie
- 3/28/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
‘Heartstopper’ Heartbreaker: Olivia Colman Won’t Return for Season 3
- 3/28/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Homeland’ Reunion: Claire Danes to Star in Netflix Drama From Howard Gordon
- 3/28/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
All Six ‘RHONY’ Reboot Cast Members Will Return for Season 15 — Yes, That Includes Jenna Lyons
- 3/28/2024
- by Kate Aurthur
- Variety - TV News
Netflix Medical Procedural ‘Pulse’ Adds Five to Cast
- 3/28/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety - TV News
Once Verboten, Cursing Is Now a Staple of Late-Night TV
- 3/29/2024
- by Bill Carter
- LateNighter