Producers of the new Naomi Watts starrer 'Diana', which revolves around Princess Diana's affair with Dr. Hasnat Khan, are apparently bracing themselves for a hostile response from audiences and critics.
In an interview with Mirror, the cardiothoracic surgeon had alleged that the movie is based on gossip and the information that was provided by Diana's friends and some of his relatives, who didn't know anything about their relationship, Sky News reported.
Khan had asserted that the film is all based on hypotheses and gossip.
However, the director of the movie, Oliver Hirschbiegel, told the publication that the flick is actually based on the accounts of several people, and the inquest in which there were hundreds of pages discussing their relationship.
Hirschbiegel asserted that the film is not a documentary but a dramatic interpretation.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
