Biggest Controversies in Indian Cinema in 2025 So Far

Deepika Padukone faced backlash for stating, "Cinema doesn’t need to take sides," during The Republic Diaries promotions, triggering social media calls for boycotts.

Ramrajya Reloaded was banned in three states after groups alleged its portrayal of Lord Ram as “morally conflicted” was offensive and politically motivated.

Ranveer Singh’s nude photoshoot for Blaze magazine in April led to a court complaint in Lucknow over “spreading vulgarity among youth.”

Kangana Ranaut called Karan Johar a “Bollywood parasite” during a panel at Goa Film Fest, reigniting her years-long feud with the industry elite.

Aamir Khan’s Vaishnav was pulled from theatres in Gujarat after a dialogue was accused of “mocking traditional rituals” during a temple scene.

A behind-the-scenes clip from the Agent Khan set showed Kartik Aaryan shouting at a junior artist, sparking debates on actor entitlement.