Kangana Ranaut, known for her candid and controversial statements, has once again made headlines by addressing the ongoing discourse surrounding India and Canada. In a recent statement, the Bollywood actress asserted that her films have been 'banned' in Punjab and 'boycotted' by the Sikh community due to her vocal views against Khalistan.
Kangana's Bold Assertion
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kangana Ranaut expressed her perspective on the matter. She stated, "Punjab ka yehi haal hai (this is the state of Punjab), when I spoke against Khalistanis, they managed to convince the entire Sikh community that I am against the whole community, even today my films are banned in Punjab, unko excite karke misguide karna sabse easy hai (It's the easiest to misguide them by exciting them).”
In a subsequent Instagram Story, she continued, "Sikh community must disassociate themselves from Khalistanis and more Sikhs must come out in support of Akhand Bharat, the way I am boycotted by the Sikh community and how violently they protest against my films in Punjab for speaking against Khalistani terrorists is not a good decision or sign from their end. Khalistani terrorism makes them look bad and it will ruin the credibility of the entire community and their overall perception. Jai Hind.”
The Controversy Surrounding Shubh's Tour
Kangana Ranaut's comments come in the wake of controversy surrounding the India tour of Canada-based singer-rapper Shubh. His tour was canceled by BookMyShow India over allegations of his support for Khalistanis.
Shubh responded with a statement, saying, "My intent in resharing that post on my story was only to pray for Punjab as there were reports of electricity and internet shutdowns throughout the state. There was no other thought behind it, and I definitely didn't intend to hurt anyone's sentiments. The accusations against me have deeply affected me.”
Kangana's Upcoming Projects
Aside from her outspoken views, Kangana Ranaut is also making waves in the entertainment industry. She is set to appear in P Vasu's Tamil horror comedy 'Chandramukhi 2' alongside Raghava Lawrence, scheduled for release in cinemas on September 28. Additionally, she has projects like 'Tejas' and her first solo directorial venture, 'Emergency,' lined up for later this year.
Kangana's statements continue to spark debates and discussions, raising questions about freedom of expression and the complex interplay between celebrity opinions and public perception. As she remains unapologetic about her views, it remains to be seen how this controversy unfolds and whether her call for Sikh support garners further attention.
