Pathaan is a film starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. image credit: Google

The film has been met with controversy due to the objectification of Padukone in the Besharam Rang Song. image credit: Google

Radical groups have objected to the song and Bajrang Dal activists have vandalized an Ahmedabad mall in protest. image credit: Google

Asha Parekh, a veteran actress and former chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification, has expressed concern over the possibility of boycotting the film. image credit: Google

Parekh has suggested that the song be removed in order to ensure the smooth release of the film. image credit: Google

The film industry is currently facing a recession and cannot afford any more flops, according to Parekh. image credit: Google

Johan Abraham plays the antagonist in the film, with a cameo appearance by Salman Khan as Tiger from Tiger 3. image credit: Google

The film is set to be released on January 25, 2022. image credit: Google

Parekh served as chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification from 1998-2001. image credit: Google

Parekh has voiced her concern about the safety and experience of moviegoers who may be hesitant to go to the theatre due to the threat of hooligans. image credit: Google