Kartik Aaryan clarifies after film body warns against participating in event hosted by Pakistani-owned restaurant
Kartik Aaryan's team has now issued a statement, clarifying that the actor 'is not associated with the event in any capacity,' and has 'never made an official announcement about participating in the same.'
The FWICE serves as an umbrella organisation for 36 different craft associations within the media and entertainment industry.
The event in question, Azadi Utsav – The Indian Independence Day is scheduled to be held on August 15, 2025, and features Kartik Aaryan as its lead guest, stated the FWICE in its notice. The Azadi Utsav poster featuring Kartik Aaryan
The celebration is being organised by Aga's Restaurant and Catering, a Pakistani-owned establishment helmed by Shaukat Maredia. The same restaurant is also involved in another event — Jashn-e-Azadi —marking Pakistan's Independence Day, featuring Pakistani singer Atif Aslam.
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