Padmaavat

Synopsis

Padmaavat is a 2018 Indian epic period drama film directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It is based on the 16th-century epic poem 'Padmavat' by Malik Muhammad Jayasi. The film tells the story of Rani Padmavati, a Rajput queen who stands up against the tyrant ruler Alauddin Khilji to protect her honor. With extraordinary visuals, impressive performances by Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor, and Ranveer Singh, and a captivating narrative, Padmaavat is a visually stunning masterpiece that takes the viewers on an emotional rollercoaster of love, sacrifice, and courage, set in the backdrop of medieval India's opulent grandeur.

Cast

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  Deepika Padukone

  Queen Padmavati

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  Ranveer Singh

  Sultan Alauddin Khilji

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  Shahid Kapoor

  King Ratan Singh

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  Jim Sarbh

  Malik Kafur

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  Aayam Mehta

  Raghav Chetan

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  Ujjwal Chopra

  Gora Singh

Reviews

Padmaavat has garnered mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a rating of 55%, stating 'Visually stunning yet narratively flawed'. IMDb rates the movie 7.1/10, with users praising the performances but critiquing the historical inaccuracies. Metacritic gives it a score of 63/100, noting the film's impressive production design and costumes but criticizing the pacing. Overall, Padmaavat is appreciated for its grandeur, performances, and directorial vision, making it a visually striking epic that captivates the audience with its scale and drama.