Writer Prakash Kapadia Defends Padmaavat Jauhar Scene

Padmaavat writer Prakash Kapadia has defended the film's depiction of the Jauhar scene, citing it as a reflection of the historical reality of the era.

The statement comes in response to public criticism from actor Swara Bhasker regarding the portrayal of the practice in the 2018 historical drama.

Kapadia maintained that the creative choices were necessary to represent the period accurately, despite the controversy that surrounded the film's release.