Oh No! Tug of War over Madhuri's 'Gulab Gang'

Oh No! Tug of War over Madhuri's 'Gulab Gang'
Thursday, February 13, 2014 14:44 IST
Sampat Pal the leader of Gulabi Gang, seeks credit from the makers of 'Gulaab Gang', while the latter insists that their film is a work of fiction

Even as 'Gulaab Gang' gears up for release on March 7, it is being said that the film is based on Sampat Pal's life, which has already been captured in the documentary, 'Gulabi Gang'. However, Soumik Sen, director of 'Gulaab Gang', denies this. "The film is not inspired from any real-life story as it is a work of fiction. So the question of giving credit to anyone doesn't arise," he says.

Sampat PalOn the other hand, Gulabi Gang leader Sampat Pal tells HitList that she has seen the film's promos.

"How can the makers say that their film is a work of fiction? It's our story and Madhuri Dixit is playing me in the film. If it is not my story, I want to ask them which other women's gang do they know of in the country? Why don't they just accept that their film takes inspiration from my life and take my permission to show it? I would have no issues with them then," says Pal, who has already filed a case against the makers of 'Gulaab Gang' in the Delhi High Court.


Sohum Shah, who is releasing a documentary on the 'Gulabi Gang', says that no comparisons should be drawn between the two. "Gulabi Gang's release date was decided by PVR; we did not choose this date. Besides, one is a documentary and the other is a work of fiction," he says.


In the meanwhile, the documentary has received support from the right corners. A source says, "Kiran Rao is hosting a screening of 'Gulabi Gang' on Thursday night and Aamir Khan's friends Prasoon Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Ayan Mukerji are expected to attend the same."
Sanjay Dutt calls The Bhootnii a perfect horror-comedy blend and reveals what made him come on board for the film!

Renowned for his intense performances and larger-than-life screen presence, Sanjay Dutt is set to

Friday, April 04, 2025
Sara Ali Khan Embraces Spirituality at Karnataka's Chandramauleshwara Temple!

Actress Sara Ali Khan, known for her elegance and grounded nature, once again showcased her deep spiritual

Friday, April 04, 2025
Tanya Maniktala reveals what makes her latest series Loot Kaand a compelling watch on Amazon MX Player!

Amazon MX Player, Amazon’s free streaming service, turned up the heat with its latest series, Loot Kaand, a

Friday, April 04, 2025
Shilpa Shetty emphasises perseverance as the key to success at Femina Circle's empowering debut in Pune!

Femina Circle, is an exclusive membership club designed for women to connect, foster meaningful

Friday, April 04, 2025
Badshah Gets Emotional Remembering Sidhu Moose Wala During 'Indian Idol 15' Finale!

The grand finale of ‘Indian Idol Season 15’ turned emotional as rapper and music sensation Badshah

Friday, April 04, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT