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Controversies Surrounding Indian Cinema in the West
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Which Indian film faced criticism in the West for its portrayal of the Hindu deity Shiva as a woman?
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Fire
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Deepa Mehta's 1996 film "Fire" sparked controversy in the West due to its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two women, one of whom is a Hindu priestess. The film was criticized by some Hindu groups for its portrayal of Shiva as a woman, which they deemed disrespectful to their religious beliefs.