Abir GlalPakistani actor Fawad Khan and Indian actress Wani Kapoor have been hit by a fire just days after the start of its teaser, which gave rise to political reaction and gave rise to regional sanctions. Maharashtra Nunarman Sena (MNS) and other groups are opposing the film’s release in India, which has eliminated the long -standing tension over the involvement of Pakistani artists in Indian cinema.
MNS leader Umayyad Khopkar said that due to the participation of the party Khan, the film will not showcase the film in Maharashtra. “We will not allow the release of this film in the state,” he said. We are collecting more details and will soon issue a formal statement. ” Dink Bhaskar.
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Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Nerupam echoed the sentiment, claiming that Pakistani actors lack popularity among Indian audiences. He said, “Pakistani stars have never succeeded in India. It is better to focus on their own market.” Nevertheless, Khan is a celebrity in India because of his famous role Beautiful (2014) and Kapoor and Sons (2016)
The film also faces resistance from the Industry Association. The head of the Indian Film and Television Directors Association, Ashok Pandit, reminded the press that several federations have implemented the stance of non -cooperation against Pakistani talent since the 2019 Paloma attack. “We appeal to the CBFC to take it seriously,” he said. If Indian producers are included, our technicians will not work with them again. ” India today.
Employees of the Federation of Western India Sen, BN Tiwari, added that they will meet with the film’s production team before making the final decision. Although there is no restriction on the government on Pakistani artists, the informal sanctions of the industry are preventing cooperation.
In 2023, the Bombay High Court rejected the request demanding a complete ban on Pakistani capabilities, but the absence of a clear legal framework leaves the dispute in place. Abir Glal It is set to release on May 9, but the future of its theater in India is in the growing doubts of the opposition.
