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Netflix's 'The Royals': Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad slams Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's show, calls it 'A Royal Ignore', netizens react
One user said, 'Its wonderful that you shed light on this, it really needed to be said.' read more Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's show The Royals that streamed on Netflix recently received mixed reactions from users and critics. It has now been renewed for season 2. But a recent post on the show by Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje has gone viral. She didn't mince words and wrote a rather long note that read- 'The Royal Ignore. One would imagine the royals of India, a community abundantly chronicled, photographed, biographed, and today well-positioned in a range of arenas from politics, hospitality, to magazine covers.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Maharani added, 'Would have a better chance of surviving an on-screen portrayal such as the one in The Royals. Alas, that was not to be and such is our fate, since 1947…What began as a post-independence, politically motivated propaganda of stereotypical Rajas soaked in whiskey and profligacy and Ranis in chiffons and pearls continues to define us.' Radhikaraje continued, 'Indian royalty consists of Brahmins, Rajputs, Marathas, Sikhs and Muslims, truly representative of its diversity. India has also seen some of their finest statesmen, diplomats, wildlife conservationists, bureaucrats, army officers.' 'educationists, sportsmen, hoteliers and entrepreneurs emerge from royalty and today our palaces, forts and museums are perhaps the last few sentinels of India's undiluted, apolitical patronage and cultural history, all maintained in our personal capacity. Yet after all these decades our own country continues to view us - all 565 families and a few thousand nobility, with an odd mixture of awe, ignorance and distaste,' she noted further. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Netizens react Here are some comments that dropped: Very well said, could not have been put better. Its wonderful that you shed light on this, it really needed to be said The shoddy TV show should be called out. But respectfully, despite your eloquence and graciousness, I beg to differ on what the Royal families did for India. They were united only in their self interest, and divided in any common cause.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'A Royal ignore': Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad criticises Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar's The Royals
Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's The Royals received backlash for 'misinterpreting facts' and portraying the royal family as impoverished. Despite the criticism, Netflix announced a second season of the show. Now, Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad has condemned the series for misrepresenting India's royal heritage. (Also Read: The Royals season 2 announced, creator Rangita Pritish Nandy says they listened to both 'good and ugly' feedback) Maharani Radhikaraje took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the depiction of royal families in the show. She stated, "The Royal Ignore. One would imagine the royals of India, a community abundantly chronicled, photographed, biographed, and today well-positioned in a range of arenas from politics, hospitality, to magazine covers, would have a better chance of surviving an on-screen portrayal such as the one in The Royals. Alas, that was not to be and such is our fate, since began as a post-independence, politically motivated propaganda of stereotypical Rajas soaked in whiskey and profligacy and Ranis in chiffons and pearls continues to define us." She reflected on India's independence as a turning point that led to the dissolution of centuries-old, internationally recognised monarchies. Quoting Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, she described it as a 'bloodless revolution,' where 565 princely states—governing over 40% of pre-independence India—gave up their homes, lands, and identities for a united, democratic nation. She noted that while a few resisted, most royal families accepted this uncertain future. Having ruled with benevolence and acumen—often over regions as large and prosperous as European countries—their legacy, she said, is evident in history. A post shared by Radhikaraje Gaekwad (@radhikaraje) She added that India not only has the highest concentration of royalty in any given country, but also one that does not represent any particular region, caste or religion. She said, "Indian royalty consists of Brahmins, Rajputs, Marathas, Sikhs and Muslims, truly representative of its diversity. India has also seen some of their finest statesmen, diplomats, wildlife conservationists, bureaucrats, army officers, educationists, sportsmen, hoteliers and entrepreneurs emerge from royalty and today our palaces, forts and museums are perhaps the last few sentinels of India's undiluted, apolitical patronage and cultural history, all maintained in our personal capacity. Yet after all these decades our own country continues to view us - all 565 families and a few thousand nobility, with an odd mixture of awe, ignorance and distaste." Radhikaraje further discussed how the real 'Royals' are running "India's best-known music festivals, museums, hotels, even constituencies and states" and said, "An impressive number being the ladies of the house - Gwalior, Jaipur, Bikaner and Kotah to name a few, Ouch to purdah and patriarchy! They proudly sustain age-old traditions and festivals like the Dussehra of Mysore and the Holi of Jaipur and Udaipur that the world flocks to see, keep from crumbling old forts that represent unique schools of art and architecture like Kishangarh, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur. They keep alive royal patronage of cuisines like Sailana and Rampur and dance and music gharanas whilst also running charitable hospitals, schools and colleges set up by their forefathers, like we do in Baroda." She observed that although most members of erstwhile royal families hold no official roles or privileges today, they continue to be respected and included in local traditions. Affectionately referred to as family elders—Bapji, Bapu, Daata, or Ma Saheb—they remain enduring figures in their communities. While political representatives have come and gone, the Mahal and the families within have remained the unchallenged custodians of local heritage. She remarked that royal funerals still draw villagers from far and wide, young and old alike, who arrive with parched lips and moist eyes to bid farewell to a beloved elder, mourning not just a person, but an entire era. She also highlighted how a new generation of royals is returning to their roots, equipped with global education and a renewed purpose to make their heritage sustainable, relatable, and accessible. This comes days after Netflix announced the new season of The Royals on Instagram, writing, "Old money, new blood, and a new season is in the works. The Royals Season 2 is coming soon, only on Netflix." Created by Rangita Pritish Nandy and Ishita Pritish Nandy, and directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, the series stars Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar, Sakshi Tanwar, Zeenat Aman, Chunky Panday, Nora Fatehi, Milind Soman, Dino Morea, and others in key roles.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Radhikaraje Gaekwad slams ‘The Royals' for ignoring real Indian royal families
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad of Baroda has strongly criticised the series 'The Royals', calling out its false narrative and the way it sidelines the real struggles of India's royal families. As the show, starring Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar, and Sakshi Tanwar, gears up for its second season, Radhikaraje took to Instagram to share her disappointment over how the series glosses over the historical sacrifices made by India's 565 princely states. India, fought a 'bloodless war' According to Radhikaraje, these royal families, who once controlled over 40% of India, fought a 'bloodless war' and gave up their lands, homes, and privileges to help build a united, democratic India. Quoting Sardar Patel, she described the merger as a peaceful revolution that marked an era of uncertainty for the royals, who sacrificed their centuries-old identities for the greater national cause. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Twitter Can't Get Enough of Ishaan and Bhumi's Stellar Performance Yet, the show reduces this rich and complex history to mere entertainment, focusing on glitzy portrayals of royal life in chiffons and pearls, rather than highlighting the profound sacrifices behind the glamour. Radhikaraje didn't hold back in pointing out the lasting impact of the 1971 abolition of the Privy Purse. She wrote, 'We have no privileges or official titles in society, and yet we continue to maintain our name and heritage in our personal capacity, without government funding.' She added that India's royals come from diverse backgrounds — Brahmins, Rajputs, Marathas, Sikhs, and Muslims — and many have emerged as leading hoteliers, wildlife conservationists, bureaucrats, army officers, and educationists. 'Our families have been maintaining charitable hospitals, schools, and colleges set up by our forefathers,' she emphasized. Despite lacking official status, these families still hold the affection and respect of their people, often addressed as 'Bapji, Bapu, Daata, or Maa Saheb.' Young Royals Balancing Tradition and Modernity Radhikaraje concluded her post by spotlighting the next generation. 'The young royals are too returning to their roots, armed with degrees from universities around the world. They proudly straddle the two worlds, speak their mother tongue, wear their turbans, but work to make their heritage sustainable, relatable, and accessible.'
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Phule OTT Release Update: Where to watch Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa's social biographical thriller online
Phule OTT Release Update: Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa recently headlined this biographical drama, which arrived in the theatres amid massive backlash. Released theatrically on 25th April this year, this thriller was based on the lives of activists Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule. For the ones who are OTT lovers, Phule will be streaming on ZEE5 after its theatrical run concludes, as per a Jagran report. Phule's cast and crew Directed by Anant Mahadevan and jointly produced by Dancing Shiva Films Kingsmen Productions Films and Zee Studios, Phule is cinematographed by Sunita Radia and edited by Raunak Phadnis. Other than the lead duo, this Rohan-Rohan musical also stars Vinay Pathak, Suresh Vishwakarma, Sushil Pandey, Vishal Tiwari, Joy Sengupta, Amit Behl, Akshaya Gurav, Jayesh More, Dhanjay Madrekar, Darsheel Safary, Asit Redij, Abhinav Patekar, Akanksha Gade, Abhinav Singh Raghav, Alexx O'Nell and Ellie among others. Phule's plot overview Phule begins in plague-stricken Pune in 1897, where the death of Savitribai Phule (Patralekhaa) sets off a journey into the past. The story traces her early years learning under her husband, Jyotiba Phule (Pratik Gandhi), who becomes a fierce advocate for education as a tool to fight caste oppression. Together, they begin teaching children from marginalised communities, particularly girls, facing violent resistance from orthodox Brahmins and Jyotiba's own family. As opposition grows, Jyotiba parts ways with his father and, with the support of allies like Usman Sheikh and Fatima, expands their mission to include widow rehabilitation. With no backing from the British, Jyotiba funds their work by selling his family property. Phule captures the couple's unyielding struggle against social injustice, charting a path of courage, sacrifice, and reform in the face of systemic resistance. Phule's review The Times of India rated the film 3.5 out of 5, and a part of their review read, 'Phule' is, in many ways, an unflinching film that confronts some deeply uncomfortable truths about 19th-century Indian society under British rule. What makes Phule particularly compelling is its understated storytelling. The film avoids melodrama and instead unfolds in a natural, lived-in manner. One could argue that the film might have been more aptly titled 'Phules,' as Savitribai's role, if not greater, is certainly at par with that of her husband.'
India Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
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Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 21 (ANI): A poster reading 'Akhilesh ko dur bhagana hai, Brahmanon ka samman bachana hai' has come up in Uttar Pradesh, further escalating tensions between Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav. The poster was reportedly put up by BJP Youth Morcha's General Secretary Amit Tripathi at the GPO intersection in Hazratganj. The poster further reads, 'Bhramin Brajesh Pathak ji k Sanman m, Yuva Morcha maidan m, (In honor of Brahmin 'Brajesh Pathak', the Youth Morcha takes the field)' The poster has been put up targeting Akhilesh Yadav, making a reference to saving the honor of Brahmins. 'Akhilesh Ji! enough of the deceit, enough of the anti-Brahmin game, make your anti-Brahmin agents understand, or else... the whole caste politics game will be exposed,' the poster in Hindi reads further. The row is the latest in a spat that began after the SP's official X handle posted a critical remark aimed at Pathak, prompting him to label the SP's politics as rooted in 'Muslim appeasement'. Earlier, posters reading 'Akhilesh Yadav maafi maango' have appeared in Lucknow, escalating tensions between the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak. The posters, reportedly put up by supporters of Pathak at the 1090 crossing, demand an apology from SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and condemn alleged derogatory remarks made by the SP's official 'X' handle against Pathak. Earlier, In a lengthy post on X, UP Deputy CM Brijesh Pathak has mocked SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav's response to an earlier query, alleging that the SP leader had resorted to a poorly crafted 'thesis' that confused political science with 'home science.' '@yadavakhilesh, Yes, in response to my question, you got your team to write a long thesis and even posted it on social media. But I advise you to read such a thesis written by children once before posting it. They may not have paid attention, and you may not have read it out of habit. In this process, you made the mistake of typing the answer using the key of Home Science. The paper was in Political Science. I am asking you about the DNA of your party, Akhilesh ji. If you are speechless, then apologise and end the conversation. Accepting the mistake when you do not have an answer is a sign of a healthy tradition. By changing the goal post again and again, in this desperation to avoid my question about the DNA of the Samajwadi Party, you are getting exposed even more. Why are you so scared of the question about the DNA of the Samajwadi Party?' he said in X post. Pathak challenged Yadav to address the alleged dark legacy of the SP, claiming that discussing the party's DNA would reveal connections to notorious figures like Atiq Ahmed and Mukhtar Ansari, the Muzaffarnagar riots, the firing on kar sevaks during the Ram Mandir movement, and scams like the Gomti River Front and mining controversies. 'Is it because as soon as this issue is discussed, the door of your Samajwadi Party's DNA will open automatically with some automatic sensor. Then, one by one, the pictures of the mafias of your era will come out. Then the shadows of mafias like Atiq and Mukhta, who flourished in the DNA of the Samajwadi Party, will start emerging. Then the Muzaffarnagar riots will come out of the sleeve, hissing. Then the memories of the firing on Hindus during the Ram Mandir Kar Seva will stun the state. Then, some Atiq will come out of his grave and claim that he will get the matter settled between you and your father. Then the stink of the filth of corruption will start coming from the Gomti River Front. Then the files of the mining scam will come out of the cupboards and start going from house to house,' he said in X post. Earlier on Saturday, the Bharatiya Janata Party filed an FIR against the media cell of the Samajwadi Party for making 'derogatory remarks' against Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on the party's social media account on X. (ANI)
