Controversial film exploring a lesbian relationship in a Hindu family, banned in India.Deepa Mehta's globally recognized movie, faced protests by Hindu groups like Shiv Sena.

Mira Nair's hit film banned in India, labeled 'unethical' and 'immoral' by Indian public.Irony of being based on an ancient Indian text but facing backlash for its content.

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Deepa Mehta's sensitive portrayal of Indian widows faced criticism and was not released in India.Globally appreciated film highlighting issues of ostracism and sexism.

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Controversial biopic of Phoolan Devi, banned by Indian censor board due to sexual and offensive content.Received negative comments in India but gained wide appreciation at Cannes.

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Banned in India, 'Unfreedom' explored an Islamic fundamentalist's actions and lesbian relationships.Garnered popularity internationally but failed to impress the Indian censor board.

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Kerala priest's illicit affair with a woman faced opposition from Catholics and the Censor Board.Controversial scenes led to issues and criticism surrounding the film.

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Depicting drug abuse and nudity, this movie's release was protested by the Doon School and subsequently banned.Explored the life of a student in the highly respected Doon School.

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Acclaimed black-and-white Bengali film with stunning visuals and narrative.Screened at international film festivals, but not released in India.

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Paanch (2003)

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The Pink Mirror (2003)

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Controversial film exploring a lesbian relationship in a Hindu family, banned in India.Deepa Mehta's globally recognized movie, faced protests by Hindu groups like Shiv Sena.

Fire (1996)

Mira Nair's hit film banned in India, labeled 'unethical' and 'immoral' by Indian public.Irony of being based on an ancient Indian text but facing backlash for its content.

Kama Sutra – A Tale Of Love (1996)

Deepa Mehta's sensitive portrayal of Indian widows faced criticism and was not released in India.Globally appreciated film highlighting issues of ostracism and sexism.

Water (2005)

Controversial biopic of Phoolan Devi, banned by Indian censor board due to sexual and offensive content.Received negative comments in India but gained wide appreciation at Cannes.

Bandit Queen (1994)

Banned in India, 'Unfreedom' explored an Islamic fundamentalist's actions and lesbian relationships.Garnered popularity internationally but failed to impress the Indian censor board.

Unfreedom (2015)

Kerala priest's illicit affair with a woman faced opposition from Catholics and the Censor Board.Controversial scenes led to issues and criticism surrounding the film.

Sins (2005)

Depicting drug abuse and nudity, this movie's release was protested by the Doon School and subsequently banned.Explored the life of a student in the highly respected Doon School.

Dazed in Doon (2010)

Acclaimed black-and-white Bengali film with stunning visuals and narrative.Screened at international film festivals, but not released in India.

Gandu (2010)

Paanch (2003)

Anurag Kashyap's film based on the Joshi-Abhyankar serial murders faced rejection from the Censor Board.Contained extreme brutality, roughness, insensitive language, and drug abuse.

The Pink Mirror (2003)

Banned by the Indian censor board due to its exploration of gender discrimination and trans-sexuality.Produced by Sridhar Rangaya, the film received high ratings and rave reviews at international film festivals.