Sanjay Leela Bhansali was fascinated by Rani Padmavati Sanjay Leela Bhansali explained that the film incorporates historical incidents and figures, saying, “It is based on the poem Padmawat by ...

The film starred Deepika Padukone in the titular role of Rani Padmavati, with Shahid Kapoor portraying her husband, Maharana Rawal Singh, and Ranveer Singh as the invader Alauddin Khilji.