In a recent turn of events, Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan’s team has dismissed claims suggesting his involvement in the release of eight Indian Navy veterans detained in Qatar on charges of spying. The rumours of the actor’s involvement came after Rajya Sabha MP Subramanian Swamy replied to PM Narendra Modi’s Tweet alleging that SRK played a major role in convincing Qatar to release the Indian Navy veterans. The actor’s presence in the Qatar for professional commitments further landed him in the centre of the gossip linking him to Indian government’s diplomatic efforts.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Manager On The Claims
However, Shah Rukh Khan’s manager, Pooja Dadlani, swiftly addressed these claims, issuing a statement that denied the actor’s involvement in the release. The statement emphasized that the successful resolution solely rested with Indian government officials. It highlighted that Shah Rukh Khan made it clear he wasn’t part of it, and that stopped the chit-chat.
Surprisingly, many people in the comments didn’t think it was true that the actor had no part in the release. This made things a bit doubtful. Some doubted if the statements were accurate, and others guessed there might be some hidden involvement. People’s interest and doubt have made the mystery around Shah Rukh Khan’s supposed role in this diplomatic situation even more intriguing.
What Led To Rumours About SRK’s Involvement In Release Of Navy Veterans From Qatar?
The speculation that Shah Rukh Khan had a role in the matter gained momentum after Rajya Sabha MP Subramanian Swamy claimed that Shah Rukh Khan had a hand in convincing the Qatari government to release the Navy veterans. According to the political leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sought Shah Rukh Khan’s intervention after diplomatic efforts by the Ministry of External Affairs and the National Security Advisor reportedly faced challenges. The Jawan actor’s recent trip to Qatar further fanned the rumours. However, Shah Rukh’s team promptly refuted these claims, reiterating the actor’s non-involvement.
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Shah Rukh Khan’s Presence In Qatar
Shah Rukh Khan recently visited Qatar, where he attended the AFC Final as a special guest of honour. The actor’s visit to Qatar coincided with these diplomatic developments. During his stay, SRK had the opportunity to meet Qatar’s Prime Minister HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Doha. Pictures from their interaction soon went viral on social media adding fuel to the fire of these rumours.
What Actually Happened
The Indian Navy veterans were kept in Qatar because they were accused of spying on a submarine program. The Indian government intervened, leading to their release. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, seven of the veterans returned to India on February 12.
To sum up, Shah Rukh Khan firmly stated he had no part in releasing the Navy veterans, emphasizing the crucial role played by Indian government officials. His Qatar visit, filled with work and diplomatic talks, adds an interesting layer to this evolving story. The rumour led to lots of funny memes and jokes spreading all over the internet. The situation also turned into a source of amusement online.