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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.
India Today
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal songs removed from YouTube after Pahalgam attack
Amid widespread boycott calls following the Pahalgam terror attack, songs from Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor's upcoming film 'Abir Gulaal' have been taken down from YouTube. The tracks 'Khudaaya Ishq' and 'Angrezi Rangrasiya' have been removed from the romantic ballad 'Khudaaya Ishq' and the dance number 'Angrezi Rangrasiya' were released earlier this month. However, as of April 25, both songs have been taken down from the film's official YouTube channel under the banner of A Richer Lens Entertainment. Additionally, they have also been removed from Saregama's official YouTube those unaware, the makers had previously announced the release of a new track titled 'Tain Tain' on Wednesday. However, the song was not released as scheduled. This decision appears to be a response to the mounting backlash on social media, where users condemned the collaboration between Indian and Pakistani artistes in the wake of the terror attack. Fawad Khan was among the many public figures who condemned the April 22 Pahalgam attack. '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 actor wrote on social terrorist attack claimed the lives of 26 tourists and left many others injured. On April 24, a report by PTI stated that 'Abir Gulaal' will not be permitted to release in India in light of the tragic film also stars Lisa Haydon, Riddhi Dogra, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, and Parmeet Sethi in pivotal roles.
The Hindu
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Fawad Khan's ‘Abir Gulaal' faces further fallout after Pahalgam attack as songs pulled from YouTube
The upcoming Indo-Pak collaboration Abir Gulaal has been caught in the political crossfire following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which left 26 people dead. Just weeks before its scheduled May 9 release, the film starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor is facing mounting backlash, and its promotional content is already being scrubbed from Indian platforms. Two songs from the film — Khudaya Ishq, a romantic ballad, and Angrezi Rangrasiya, a dance track — have been removed from YouTube India. The videos, initially published on the official channel of A Richer Lens Entertainment, are now inaccessible to Indian viewers. Music label Saregama, which holds rights to the soundtrack, has also taken down the songs from its own YouTube channel. No official explanation has been issued by the film's producers or its lead cast. However, the backlash has intensified since April 22, the same day the Pahalgam attack occurred, with users noting that Vaani Kapoor deleted a promotional post featuring co-star Fawad Khan. Online criticism has since surged, with hashtags like #BoycottVaaniKapoor trending across social media. Under pressure, Kapoor posted a message expressing her grief: '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 family.' Fawad Khan also issued a statement, condemning the violence and offering prayers for the victims. Despite their responses, the outrage has not subsided. BN Tiwari, President of FWICE, has publicly declared that Abir Gulaal should not be allowed to release in India, warning of consequences if distribution is attempted. Ashoke Pandit, head of IFTDA, reinforced this stance, cautioning that Indian artists collaborating with Pakistani talent could face serious industry repercussions.
