Sanjay Leela Bhansali on Ram-Leela's Viral Holi Kiss: 'It Was Love, Not Lust'

• Sanjay Leela Bhansali clarified the intent behind the viral Holi kissing scene in 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela'.
• He stated that the kiss between Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone was an expression of love and 'poetry in motion', not vulgarity.
• The director emphasized exploring sensuality, not sexuality, in the 2013 film's controversial yet iconic moment.
• Bhansali explained the kiss was an organic extension of Ram and Leela's 'aggressive and violent love', breaking societal constraints.
• The on-screen chemistry of Ranveer and Deepika, who later married, added authenticity to the scene, symbolizing love beyond social boundaries.