Meghna Gulzar’s Chhapaak was a powerful film that had received widespread accalim after its release. However, the film was also embroiled in a controversy after Deepika Padukone visited JNU during the CAA-NRC protests.
Now, the filmmaker has admitted that Deepika’s visit three days prior to its release ‘made a dent’ on her film. She told Indian Express, “I am sure that the answer is pretty obvious. Yes, of course, it made a dent on the film. Because the conversation went from acid violence, which I intended the film to amplify, to somewhere else. So, of course it impacted the film. There is no denying that.”
For those unaware, Deepika had made a surprise visit at JNU in 2020, where student leader were addressing a gathering. They were condemning the attack on Varsity students by some masked men and women. The actress was spotted standing with the students at the Sabarmati T-point, where a public meeting was called by alumni of JNU.
As for Meghna, she is looking forward to her next film, Sam Bahadur. The film explores the life of Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw, emphassing the sacrifices for the nation. Sam Bahadur pays a heartfelt tribute to his unwavering bravery and sharp wit.
It is all set to hit theatres on December 1.
