Bajirao Mastani Declared Tax-Free in Uttar Pradesh
The decision came after UP Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav watched the film and was reportedly “impressed” by it.
The Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone-Priyanka Chopra starrer Bajirao Mastani has been made tax-free in
Uttar Pradesh, a government spokesman said on Tuesday.
He said that Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his family watched the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed movie on Sunday night and was “impressed” by it which led to this decision.
The film showcases a segment of a 16th century undefeated warrior Bajirao who was bestowed with the title of Prime Minister and who eventually became the greatest weapon of his empire.
The film was praised by the critics and has done well at the box office.
Actor Ranveer Singh who essays the role of Bajirao, had performed at the Saifai Mahotsava earlier this year and requested Akhilesh to “find time” to watch the film.
The movie recently won Filmfare awards in many noted categories.
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