India, March 19 -- After riots broke out in Nagpur following protests against Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, curfew was imposed in the city. Marahashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assured the situation was being tackled. He also mentioned how the recent Bollywood blockbuster Chhaava reignited people's emotions against the Mughal emperor. Pretty soon, Twitter went ahead and blamed the film's team for allegedly igniting hatred against Aurangzeb. (Also read: Maha CM Fadnavis says Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava corrects 'historical injustice' done to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj)

There was widespread criticism of the film, director Laxman Utekar, and actor Vicky Kaushal on social media. Many held them responsible for fanning hatred against ...