Mumbai: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's historical
drama "Padmaavat" got a steady start at the box office today,
notwithstanding the widespread protests against the film with
many theatres deciding against its screening.
The film based on 16th century poet Malik Muhammad
Jayasi's work 'Padmavat' got mired in controversy after
various Rajput groups, including the Karni Sena, alleged that
it distorted history, a claim denied by Bhansali.