Mumbai : The makers of "Padman" have said the films January 25 release date will not change amid speculation that Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed "Padmavati" may hit theatres the same day. B-town is abuzz that "Padmavati", which has been making headlines due to its plot line, is set to release on January 25 - the same day as the Akshay Kumar-starrer "Padman".
The producers of the film, however, said they have no clue about "Padmavati" release or the possible box-office clash between the two films. "I am clueless what is happening... with clash. I have no idea about it. Even we have heard about it. All we know is Padman is releasing on January 25. Akshay announced it officially.
"Padmavati is a very important film. Its a beautiful film and it should release soon. I am also looking forward to see it. It depends on Viacom 18 Motion Pictures and Sanjay Leela Bhansali Productions to decide on the date," Prerna Arora, one of the producers of "Padman", told PTI. Asked if the makers will push the release date of "Padman" to avoid any potential box-office clash with the big -budget period drama, Prerna said,
"We are coming on January 25." Sources close to the team of "Padman" said no one from the team of "Padmavati" has had any talks about the possible clash. Some reports even suggest that "Padmavati" might come out on February 9. PTI
