In the aftermath of Pahalgam Terror Attack, and ‘s upcoming movie has come under the scanner. Soon after the terror attack that sent shockwaves across the nation, social media users started calling for a boycott of the film. The film stars Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in the lead and users began calling for a boycott given the strained relationship between India and Pakistan. Now, latest reports suggest that the film many not be allowed to release in India.
As reported by news agency ANI, the sources from Information and Broadcasting Ministry (I&B) have revealed that Abir Gulaal may not hit the screens in India. A tweet made by the agency read, “I&B Ministry sources say the movie ‘Abir Gulaal’, starring Pakistani actor , will not be allowed to be released in India.” Reports suggest that many cinema halls weren’t ready to screen the movie and now, the ministry too has decided to not give permission for the release of Abir Gulaal.
I&B Ministry sources say the movie ‘Abir Gulaal’, starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, will not be allowed to be released in India.
— ANI (@ANI)
Fawad Khan and ‘s movie has been mired in controversy since the beginning. It marks the comeback of Fawad Khan to Bollywood after a ban was imposed on Pakistani artistes working in India following the Uri attack in 2016. In 2023, the Bombay High Court lifted the ban that prohibited artistes from neighbouring country from working in Indian entertainment industry. Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor’s Abir Gulaal was to hit the theatres on May 9. However, the Pahalgam Terror Attack has now put question mark on the release of the film, and major headlines in
Earlier today, Fawad Khan took to his social media account to condemn the gruesome Pahalgam Terror Attack that killed several innocent tourists. In a note, the Pakistani actor wrote, “Deeply saddened to hear the news of the heinous attack in Pahalgam. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrifying incident and we pray for strength and healing for their families in this difficult time.” Vaani Kapoor too wrote a note stating that she was ‘gutted’ and ‘devastated’ with the cowardly act.
