Watch 'Chhaava' movie to know real face of 'cruel' Aurangzeb, UP deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya tells Mamata Banerjee

NEW DELHI: The Hindi movie 'Chhaava' has become a focal point of political discourse as Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has publicly urged the chief minister of West Bengal to watch the film.

According to Maurya, the film would provide her with insights into the historical figure Aurangzeb, whom he describes as synonymous with cruelty.
"The chief minister of West Bengal should watch the movie, then she will know that Aurangzeb is another name for cruelty, " said Maurya.
Maurya, who attended a screening of 'Chhaava' with his colleagues, emphasized the film's significance in understanding historical narratives.
He further criticized the silence of Akhilesh Yadav, leader of the Samajwadi Party, regarding a statement made by a party MP.
The MP's remarks pertained to a historical figure known for using force to convert religions, which Maurya believes should be addressed by Yadav.
"Akhilesh Yadav should break his silence about the Samajwadi Party MP who gave such a statement about the person who used force to convert religion," Maurya added.
The call for political leaders to engage with 'Chhaava' highlights the intersection of cinema and politics, as well as the ongoing debates over historical interpretations in India.
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