Archive · 20 Sep 2025
Poonam Pandey's Ramleela Role Sparks Controversy, Prompting Calls for Change
The Luv Kush Ramleela, a famous play in Delhi, cast Poonam Pandey as Mandodari.
However, the BJP and VHP have objected to this decision.
They are concerned about her past controversies and how it might be perceived.
The play's organizers are open to discussion and highlight that the role represents goodness, giving her a chance.
The BJP leader in the Luv Kush Ramleela Committee also asked the organizers to replace her.
More than 500 performers will participate in this act.
Poonam Pandey was cast to play Mandodari in the Luv Kush Ramleela in Delhi.
The BJP and VHP have demanded her replacement.
Praveen Shankar Kapoor, a BJP leader, wrote to organizers requesting Pandey's removal.
The Luv Kush Ramleela Committee's President is open for discussion regarding the issue.
The play begins on September 22.
- Who
- Poonam Pandey, BJP, VHP, and Luv Kush Ramleela Committee
- What
- Controversy over Poonam Pandey's casting in Luv Kush Ramleela
- When
- Starting September 22, 2024
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- Concerns about Pandey's past controversies and perceived lack of cultural appropriateness
Luv Kush Ramleela Committee
BJP/VHP
Casting Decision
Luv Kush Ramleela Committee
The Committee is open for discussion and believes everyone deserves a chance.
BJP/VHP
The BJP and VHP are calling for Pandey to be replaced.
- Event
- Luv Kush Ramleela
- Location
- Delhi
- Actor
- Poonam Pandey
- Role
- Mandodari
- Organizations Objecting
- BJP, VHP
- Committee President
- Arjun Kumar
- BJP Leader
- Praveen Shankar Kapoor
