Updated On: 23 February, 2026 05:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Months after AR Rahman sparked a controversy by calling Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava a divisive film, the film's writer, Rishi Virmani, has reacted to the comment. He dismissed the idea that cinema could single-handedly influence social or political thinking

Rishi Virmani and AR Rahman
More than a month ago, music composer AR Rahman raked up a controversy by calling Vicky Kaushal starrer-Chhaava as a 'divisive film.' Now the writer of the historical drama, Rishi Virmani, has addressed the controversy, sharing his opinion on Rahman's comment.
For the unversed, Chhaava, helmed by Laxman Utekar, is based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The film acquired immense public support but also faced criticism from certain sections.