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New Indian Express
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Fawad Khan's 'Abir Gulaal' songs removed after Pahalgam terror attack
The upcoming film Abir Gulaal , starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, has encountered major setbacks following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22. The attack, which claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists, has sparked outrage across the country, leading to widespread calls for a boycott of the film. In the wake of this growing controversy, promotional content for Abir Gulaal has started to vanish from public view. Two songs from the film, Khudaya Ishq and Angreji Rangrasiya , which were previously released, have been removed from YouTube India. Both songs were originally available on the official YouTube channels of the production company, A Richer Lens Entertainment, as well as Saregama, which holds the music rights. However, they are no longer accessible on these platforms. Reported India Today. Another track, Tain Tain , was set to be released on Wednesday, but it too has been delayed, with no official explanation from the film's team. The controversy surrounding the film deepened after the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), led by Raj Thackeray, opposed its release. The party cited the tense relations between India and Pakistan, arguing that featuring a Pakistani actor in a Bollywood film was inappropriate at such a sensitive time. This sentiment has been echoed by many social media users, who have voiced strong objections to the collaboration between Indian and Pakistani artists in the aftermath of the terror attack. As a result, the Information and Broadcasting Ministry has now confirmed that Abir Gulaal will not be released in India. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) also reiterated its stand against working with Pakistani artists, reinforcing the call for a ban on such collaborations. Directed by Aarti S Bagdi, Abir Gulaal was initially scheduled for release on May 9. The film also stars Lisa Haydon, Riddhi Dogra, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, Parmeet Sethi, and Rahul Vohra in key roles.
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First Post
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Pakistani actor Fawad Khan starrer 'Abir Gulaal' songs 'Khudaya Ishq' and Angrezi Rangrasiya' removed from YouTube after Pahalgam terrorist attack
Fawad, whose last Hindi film appearance in 2016's 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' also ran in trouble post the Uri terror strike, condemned the Pahalgam attack on his Instagram Story on Wednesday night. read more Two songs of 'Abir Gulaal', a Hindi film featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, are no longer available on YouTube. The film's first song 'Khudaya Ishq', a romantic ballad sung by Arijit Singh and Shilpa Rao, was released on social media on April 14. But the official video of the track is no longer available for viewing on YouTube in the wake of the controversy. The second track, 'Angreji Rangrasiya', a foot-tapping number from singer-composer Amit Trivedi, dropped on April 18. This song is also not available on YouTube, even though short clips of the track, shared by other users, are still there on the platform. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Abir Gulaal' is produced by A Richer Lens Entertainment in collaboration with Indian Stories Production and Aarjay Pictures. Vivek B Agrawal, Avantika Hari and Rakesh Sippy are credited as producers on the movie. Film's producers and Saregama were not available for a comment. On Thursday, government sources said the movie will not be allowed to release in theatres. The decision came amid growing calls for a ban on the movie, which was scheduled to premiere in Indian cinemas on May 9. On Wednesday, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) also reiterated its directive to ban Pakistani artists. 'In light of the recent attack in Pahalgam, FWICE is once again compelled to issue a blanket boycott on all Pakistani artists, singers and technicians participating in any Indian film or entertainment projects. This includes performances or collaborations occurring anywhere in the world,' the FWICE said in a statement. The industry workers' union, which had issued a similar directive in February 2019 after the Pulwama terror attack, also warned that it will take disciplinary action against those who work with Pakistani artists. Fawad, whose last Hindi film appearance in 2016's 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' also ran in trouble post the Uri terror strike, condemned the Pahalgam attack on his Instagram Story on Wednesday night. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Deeply saddened to hear the news of the heinous attack in Pahalgam. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrifying incident, and we pray for strength and healing for their families in this difficult time,' the 'Zindagi Gulzar Hai' star wrote. The film, which was shot in London, also features Lisa Haydon, Riddhi Dogra, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan and Parmeet Sethi in pivotal roles.
Express Tribune
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor film Abir Gulaal pulled after Pahalgam backlash
Listen to article Songs from the upcoming film 'Abir Gulaal', starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, have been taken down from YouTube India following social media backlash in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack. The tracks Khudaya Ishq and Angreji Rangrasiya, originally released on the official channels of A Richer Lens Entertainment and Saregama—who holds the music rights—are no longer visible on either platform. Their removal appears to be in response to growing online calls to boycott the film, which features a cross-border collaboration between Indian and Pakistani artists. While the production team had previously announced a third song, Tain Tain, was due for release on Wednesday, it has yet to appear online. Neither the film's producers nor its cast members have issued a public statement regarding the removal of the songs or the delay in releasing the new track.
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Business Standard
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
After Pahalgam attack, songs from Fawad Khan's film removed from YouTube
In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, which sparked widespread calls for a boycott, tracks from the upcoming film Abir Gulaal featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor have been removed from YouTube. The songs, 'Khudaaya Ishq' and 'Angrezi Rangrasiya', were taken down after intense criticism surrounding the collaboration between Indian and Pakistani artists. Both songs, which were released earlier this month, were removed from the film's official YouTube channel under A Richer Lens Entertainment as of April 25. They were also taken down from Saregama's official YouTube account. This action follows a surge of backlash on social media, where users criticised the involvement of artists from Pakistan. Earlier in the week, the film's makers had announced the release of a new song, 'Tain Tain', but it has yet to appear online. In response to the attack, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has prohibited the release of Abir Gulaal, according to a PTI report. The film, directed by Aarti S Bagdi, was slated for release on May 9. Fawad Khan posted on Instagram, 'Deeply saddened to hear the news of the heinous attack in Pahalgam. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrifying incident, and we pray for strength and healing for their families in this difficult time.' Vaani Kapoor said, 'Have been numb, at a loss of words since the time I have seen the attack on innocent people in Pahalgam. Gutted. Devastated. My prayers are with the families.' Pahalgam terror attack On April 22, a terrorist attack in Pahalgam region of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district claimed the lives of 26 people and left more than a dozen injured. Armed terrorists opened fire on tourists at the Baisaran meadow, making this one of the deadliest attacks in the area since 2019. The tragic incident has sparked national outrage and calls for immediate and decisive government action. India's response to the attack In the aftermath of the attack, the Indian government enacted a series of tough measures against Pakistan. Key actions included the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, halting the cross-border flow of water, and the closure of the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Attari, a key land border crossing. In addition to these steps, India revoked travel privileges under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme and canceled visas already granted to Pakistani nationals. The Indian government also blocked Pakistan's official X (formerly Twitter) account within the country and instructed Pakistani nationals in India to leave within 48 hours. Pakistan strongly condemned India's suspension of the water-sharing agreement, calling it crucial for the survival of 240 million Pakistanis. In retaliation, Pakistan announced a halt to all trade with India and threatened to suspend the 1971 Simla Agreement, a key framework for bilateral peace and diplomacy between the two nations since the Bangladesh War.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Abir Gulaal' songs 'Khudaya Ishq' and Angrezi Rangrasiya' removed from YouTube
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Fawad Khan's comeback film "Abir Gulaal" faces controversy, leading to the removal of two songs from YouTube. Amidst calls for a ban and FWICE's directive against Pakistani artists, the film's release is uncertain. Fawad Khan condemned the attack, while the film's producers remain unavailable for comment. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Two songs of "Abir Gulaal", a Hindi film featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan , are no longer available on YouTube. Fawad's comeback movie, which also stars Vaani Kapoor, has landed in a controversy in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed the lives of 26 film's first song " Khudaya Ishq ", a romantic ballad sung by Arijit Singh and Shilpa Rao, was released on social media on April 14. But the official video of the track is no longer available for viewing on YouTube in the wake of the second track, "Angreji Rangrasiya", a foot-tapping number from singer-composer Amit Trivedi, dropped on April 18. This song is also not available on YouTube, even though short clips of the track, shared by other users, are still there on the platform."Abir Gulaal" is produced by A Richer Lens Entertainment in collaboration with Indian Stories Production and Aarjay Pictures. Vivek B Agrawal, Avantika Hari and Rakesh Sippy are credited as producers on the producers and Saregama were not available for a Thursday, government sources said the movie will not be allowed to release in theatres. The decision came amid growing calls for a ban on the movie, which was scheduled to premiere in Indian cinemas on May Wednesday, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees ( FWICE ) also reiterated its directive to ban Pakistani artists."In light of the recent attack in Pahalgam, FWICE is once again compelled to issue a blanket boycott on all Pakistani artists, singers and technicians participating in any Indian film or entertainment projects. This includes performances or collaborations occurring anywhere in the world," the FWICE said in a industry workers' union, which had issued a similar directive in February 2019 after the Pulwama terror attack, also warned that it will take disciplinary action against those who work with Pakistani whose last Hindi film appearance in 2016's "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" also ran in trouble post the Uri terror strike, condemned the Pahalgam attack on his Instagram Story on Wednesday night."Deeply saddened to hear the news of the heinous attack in Pahalgam. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrifying incident, and we pray for strength and healing for their families in this difficult time," the "Zindagi Gulzar Hai" star film, which was shot in London, also features Lisa Haydon, Riddhi Dogra, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan and Parmeet Sethi in pivotal roles.
