Kolkata: Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has found himself at the centre of a political controversy after extending support to students of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI). Following his remarks in favour of the protesting students, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched an attack on the actor, accusing him of attempting to weaken the country’s democratic system. The controversy has once again brought debates around freedom of expression, student movements and political reactions into focus. Naseeruddin Shah had appealed to citizens to support the demands of SRFTI students,…
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Yash’s Ramayana Appeal Sparks Row: Writer Apurva Asrani Accuses Actor of Promoting Authoritarianism
Mumbai: A fresh controversy has erupted over Ranbir Kapoor and Yash’s upcoming film Ramayana Part 1 after writer Apurva Asrani strongly criticised Yash’s appeal to audiences. Reacting to the actor’s remarks, Asrani accused him of encouraging an atmosphere of authoritarianism and raised concerns about freedom of expression in the country. Asrani, known for his work on films such as Shahid and Aligarh, shared a lengthy post on X, expressing his displeasure over Yash’s comments. Taking a sarcastic swipe at the actor’s appeal, the writer said he would not be surprised…
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