Kangana Ranaut Critiques Indian Politicians for Ignoring 'Emergency' Protests
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Synopsis
Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' faced protests, prompting her to criticize Indian politicians for their silence on the issue while a British MP spoke out. The screening was disrupted by pro-Khalistan activists in London, and several theatres in Punjab canceled showings due to protests.
Key Takeaways
- Kangana Ranaut critiques Indian politicians.
- The film 'Emergency' faced protests in London.
- British MP Bob Blackman spoke against free speech suppression.
- Several theatres in Punjab canceled screenings.
- Police were deployed for safety at cinemas.
Mumbai, Jan 24 (NationPress) Kangana Ranaut's recent film 'Emergency' has sparked considerable controversy. Following protests against the biographical drama, the actress took to social media to criticize Indian politicians for their silence on the issue.
For those unaware, the film's screening in London on January 18 was interrupted when pro-Khalistan activists entered the cinema and staged a protest. The activists also engaged in a heated argument with audience members during the screening.
Recently, British politician Bob Blackman highlighted the issue in Parliament, asserting that everyone should oppose the suppression of free speech.
He remarked, "On Sunday, many of my constituents gathered and paid for a screening of the film 'Emergency' at the Harrow Vue cinema. Approximately 30 to 40 minutes into the screening, masked Khalistani extremists broke in, threatened the audience, and forced the screening to end," Bob Blackman stated in Parliament.
Sharing a video on his official X (previously known as Twitter) account, Blackman wrote, "I raised the horrific intimidation of my constituents and others, as Pro-Khalistan thugs disrupted screenings of the new 'Emergency' film in cinemas. Some cinemas have even withdrawn the film due to fears of more disturbances. We must stand up to anyone attempting to silence free speech."
In response, Kangana Ranaut reshared Bob Blackman's post on X, criticizing Indian politicians for their silence, stating, "British MP raises his voice for my fundamental right to free speech while there is pin-drop silence from Indian politicians and feminists."
Moreover, several theatres across Punjab, including Ludhiana, Amritsar, Patiala, and Bathinda, chose not to screen 'Emergency' after protests from SGPC members against the political drama. To ensure safety, police forces were deployed outside malls and cinemas in the region.
