"Bajirao Mastani" has landed in controversy with the descendant of Bajirao Peshwa I alleging that historical facts have been "altered" while portraying the late king and his wives Kashibai and Mastani in the film.
In a letter written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis yesterday, Bajirao's descendant Prasadrao Peshwe has demanded that the government look into the matter, review the film, investigate the matter and take a decision accordingly.
Asked to comment on the controversy, the host at the trailer launch event said the production house has a clarification. However, Priyanka, who is abroad, chose to answer it.
Talking to reporters via video conference, she said "this film is a part of history. You will see clarification from production house (Eros International) and Sanjay Leela Bhansali (director). This film is based on a book called "Rau" and that is the author's version of what happened in Bajirao and Mastani's love story. So look at it as a beautiful rendition...Epic saga told from vision of Sanjay Leela Bhansali."
The film is set for release on December 18.