Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Film Faces Backlash From Raj Thackeray’s MNS In Maharashtra. Here’s Why

Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor starrer Abir Gulaaal is directed by Aarti Bagdi and is set to release in May. Read here.

Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Film Faces Backlash From Raj Thackeray’s MNS In Maharashtra. Here’s Why

On March 1, Tuesday, the teaser of Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor starrer Abir Gulaal. In no time, the short glimpse won hearts in India and the Fawad Khan fans cannot keep calm. The actor will be seen in a Hindi film after a long time. However, ahead of the film’s release, it has faced severe backlash from the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). The organisation has protested against the film’s release in India, especially in Maharashtra because it has a Pakistani actor. Read here for more.

What Did MNS Say?

The Abir Gulaal teaser received a lot of love from the fans, especially the ones who had been desperately waiting for Fawad Khan’s return. However, just after some hours of the teaser’s release, Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena reacted to it and sternly opposed the film’s release. In their statement to the media, the Sena made it clear that they would not let the film be released in Maharashtra as it had a Pakistani actor on board. They further added that the film will be released under no circumstances in the state. The MNS Spokesperson Ameya Khopkar gave his statement to Dainik Bhaskar and also added that the MNS would take out more information on the film and would accordingly release their final statement.

 

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Also Read: Abir Gulaal Teaser: Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Promise Us Butterflies With A Much-Awaited Love Story!

Abir Gulaal is a love story that is directed by Aarati Bagdi and the music of this film has been composed by Amit Trivedi.

Also Read: Fawad Khan And Vaani Kapoor Start Shooting For Abir Gulaal In London. We Are Thrilled!

Abir Gulaal is all set to be released in India on May 9. 2025. The film has mostly been shot in London and it promises a lot of butterflies to us.

First Published: April 02, 2025 11:32 AM

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