Chhapaak: Who is Malti that Deepika Padukone plays in her next film

Deepika Padukone took internet by a storm when she released first look of her next film, Chhapaak. Her look was highly praised by everyone from film industry. Deepika plays role of an acid attack survivor, Malti. film is based on real-life of Laxmi Agarwal.

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Who is Laxmi Agarwal?

Laxmi Agarwal is a campaigner to stop sale of acids in India. Laxmi lead a rmal life until 2005 when she was attacked by a man for rejecting his marri proposal. She was in hospital for months and had to undergo multiple surgeries. One would rmally lose hope in life but Laxmi picked herself up and went on to gar petitions to curb sale of acids in India. Her petition led to Supreme Court regulating sale of acids and made prosecution of acid attacks faster.

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Laxmi founded Stop Sale Acid, a social initiative against misuse of acid. campaign gained nationwide support from all corners. Laxmi Agarwal was also director of Chhanv Foundation, an NGO dedicated to helping survivors of acid attacks. She has received various awards for her campaign including International Women Of Cour Award in 2014 by n-First Lady of USA Michelle Obama.

During her fight, she met ar social activist, Alok Dixit. two challenged society and opted for a live-in relationship. Shortly after ir first child was born, couple decided to part ways. In various interviews, Laxmi has revealed her struggles to make ends meet after separation. 

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Chhapaak is being directed by Raazi director, Meghna Gulzar. film also stars Vikrant Massey in an important role. film is in its post-production st. Chhapaak will release on January 10, 2020. audience is erly awaiting to see hard-hitting, realistic story of Laxmi Agarwal on big screen.

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