Actor Swara Bhasker addresses backlash after comments she made about the film Padmaavat. Speaking at an event, she says rape survivors have a right to life, and reacts to criticism that followed her remarks.

Bhasker says she views parts of the film as “just so problematic.” In her comments, she links her concerns to broader issues around how sensitive subjects are handled and the impact such portrayals can have. The coverage reflects that her statements have drawn strong reactions, with some interpreting her remarks as a critique of the film’s content.

Overall, the reporting centers on her public clarification and explanation of what she finds problematic about Padmaavat, alongside the wider controversy that follows public statements from celebrities in India’s ongoing debates around cinema and social issues.