Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Poonam Pandey Removed from Ramleela Role Following Public Objections
Poonam Pandey, an actress, was initially chosen to play Mandodari in a Delhi Ramleela, a play about Lord Ram.
However, the Luv Kush Ramleela Committee changed their mind.
This happened because some people were not happy with the choice, and there were concerns about her public image.
The committee aims to honor Lord Ram and avoid any arguments that could take away from the play.
The BJP, a political party, supported the decision.
Poonam Pandey was removed from the role of Mandodari in a Delhi Ramleela.
The decision was made following objections from several groups.
Committee president Arjun Kumar stated the decision was reviewed considering public sentiment.
The committee aims to spread the message of Lord Ram and harmony.
The Delhi BJP welcomed the committee's decision.
- Who
- Poonam Pandey and the Luv Kush Ramlila Committee
- What
- The committee dropped Poonam Pandey from the role of Mandodari.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- Due to public opposition and religious sentiment.
Committee Stance
BJP View
Decision
Committee Stance
Committee removed Pandey in light of public sentiment.
BJP View
Welcomed the removal of Poonam Pandey.
Casting
Committee Stance
Committee aims to spread the message of Lord Ram and harmony.
BJP View
The casting change respected religious sentiments.
- Event
- Poonam Pandey removed from Mandodari role
- Organization
- Luv Kush Ramleela Committee
- Role
- Mandodari
- Decision Reason
- Public opposition and religious sentiment
- Committee President
- Arjun Kumar
- BJP Comment
- Welcomed the decision
Sources
Poonam Pandey dropped from Mandodari role in Ramleela
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