Kangana Ranaut has once again gained attention for her fierce statement on social media and this time it’s veteran actress Shabana Azmi who has become her fresh target.
Amidst the tempest of opposing opinions to Adah Sharma's latest film, veteran actress Shabana Azmi emerged as a staunch supporter of 'The Kerala Story.'
Azmi emphasized that once a film has received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), banning it becomes an unwarranted demand. Her backing of the film struck a chord with many, who praised the veteran actress for her stance.
Nevertheless, controversy begets controversy, and now Kangana Ranaut has entered the fray, countering Azmi's defense.
Here's what she said
The actress drew a distinction between 'The Kerala Story' and Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha,' highlighting that its lacklustre response stemmed from its status as a remake of a widely watched Hollywood classic.
Ranaut's point underscores that the absence of demand does not equate to an outright ban, but rather an indication of waning public interest.
Both love and hate for The Kerala Story
Critics vehemently label 'The Kerala Story' as a propaganda film that stokes division within the Muslim community.
They argue that creating such narratives only fosters hate and animosity among different religious communities, advocating against the encouragement of such sensitive subjects in filmmaking.
On the other side of the spectrum, several notable figures, including Kangana Ranaut herself and the filmmaker behind 'The Kashmir Files,' lend their support to the controversial film.
Kerala Story has taken the internet by storm
The movie delves into a contentious narrative, chronicling the alleged conversion of approximately 32,000 Hindu girls to Islam and their purported forced recruitment into the ranks of ISIS.
As the controversy rages on, society finds itself polarized, with one faction applauding the film's bold storytelling while another vehemently denounces it as an inflammatory propaganda piece.
Critics have even likened it to 'The Kashmir Files,' further fanning the flames of controversy and prompting calls for an outright ban across all platforms and theatrical screenings.
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