Bollywood Movie Titles Changed Due To Controversies

Dimpy Bhatt
Sep 30, 2024

Satyanaryan Ki Katha to Satyaprem Ki Katha

The movie's title was deemed offensive, leading to its creators altering it to 'Satyaprem Ki Katha' a year later.

Prithviraj to Samrat Prthiviraj

Akshay Kumar's film, 'Prthiviraj', faced controversy after the Shri Rajput Karni Sena criticized it for disrespecting the Indian Emperor, leading to its title being changed.

Laxmmi Bomb to Laxmii

The CBFC has recommended renaming 'Laxmmi Bomb' to 'Laxmii', following a legal letter from Rajasthan-based Shri Rajput Karni Sena, claiming it disrespects Goddess Laxmi and hurts feelings.

Pamavati to Padmaavat

In 2017, the Karni Sena strongly opposed Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Padmavati', resulting in violent protests and processions, leading to the film being renamed 'Padmaavat'.

Ramleela to Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram-Leela

Sanajay Leela Bhansali's film 'Ramleela', starring Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, was renamed 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram-Leela' to avoid religious controversy.

Billu Barber to Billu

Shah Rukh Khan's film 'Billu Barber' faced controversy due to its title, with a Mumbai-based traditional barber objecting to the term being used.

Jaffna to Madras Cafe

John Abraham's film, 'Madras Cafe', a controversial 2013 film about Rajiv Gandhi's killing, was renamed after pressure from neighboring countries.

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