Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi emphasizes humanity above religion in his Partition drama Batwara 1947, addressing criticism while avoiding demonization of any faith or nation.
Rajkumar Santoshi defends 'Batwara 1947'
Aug 22, 2026
04:36 pm
What's the storyFilmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi has defended his latest film Batwara 1947 against allegations of being pro-Pakistan.
In an interview with PTI, he said, "I have never made a propaganda film, nor will I ever do so in the future."
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