Even as the nation seethes against the wanton vandalism by the Rajput Karni Sena against the film Padmaavat, the industry has come out in strong opposition to the group's action.
The Karni Sena pelted stones and vandalized a school bus in Delhi filled with children on Tuesday during the violent protests against Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film.
Needless to say, Twitter was the most effective vehicle to express outrage. Actor-director Farhan Akhtar minced no words in calling the violent pelting, which endangered schoolchildren, an act of terrorism.
Despite the support, the film has been blocked from release in three states (Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan) for fear of violence. Several exhibitors have avoided screening the film.
Padmaavat stars Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh. The film was released across India today.