"Is rape the end of a woman’s life?" Swara revisits Padmaavat jauhar row

Swara Bhasker has revisited her 2017 criticism of Padmaavat’s jauhar scene, questioning its portrayal of honour, sexual violence and survival. Speaking at a panel in New Delhi, she recalled why she wrote an open letter to Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Her remarks have now reignited the debate online, with netizens strongly criticising her interpretation of jauhar and the film’s historical context. #swarabhaskar #padmaavat #padmavati #sanjayleelabhansali #jauhar #deepikapadukone #TimesEntertainment #Bollywood #Trends #Hollywood #BollywoodCelebs #Paps #OTT #Films #Superstar Welcome to Times Entertainment. Your front-row pass to all things trending in the world of entertainment - From Bollywood to Hollywood and everything in between. From blockbuster buzz and exclusive celeb moments to viral pop culture, lifestyle drops, and internet obsessions, this is where stories don’t just break, they blow up. From The Times of India, India’s most trusted news brand, we go beyond the headlines to bring you content that’s fast, fun and always fact-checked. • Entertainment news & celeb updates (with a side of sass) • Pop culture & viral trends taking over your feed • Lifestyle, food & travel stories you’ll actually care about • Stories that vibe and scream virality Whether it’s a film release, a viral reel, exclusive interviews, a celeb moment, or the next big trend, if India’s watching it, talking about it, or obsessing over it… we’re already on it. Stay entertained. Stay ahead.