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News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Amit Trivedi Reacts To Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal Getting Stalled: ‘India First'
Last Updated: Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor's film Abir Gulaal was postponed indefinitely due to the Pahalgam attack and India-Pakistan tensions. Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's upcoming Bollywood film Abir Gulaal, also starring Vaani Kapoor, will not see a theatrical release in India. According to a source linked to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the decision follows the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22. In light of the incident, authorities opted to withhold the film's release. Composer Amit Trivedi, who worked on the film's soundtrack, doesn't regret the film getting stalled. 'The decision [to not release the film] was taken keeping India first and I am in support of it completely," the musician tells Hindustan Times. As a composer who dedicates considerable time and creative energy to crafting a film's soundtrack, how does it feel when the project doesn't get released? 'Yes, it hurts when a project faces trouble. Not just this film, but anything I work on with all the honesty and hard work becomes a part of me. So, a project getting stalled is bound to disappoint you. We make music for the audience and as artistes, that's all you want (your music to reach the fans). But in this case, the scenario was very different. My country comes first, above everything else," says Amit. Abir Gulaal was set to mark Fawad Khan's much-anticipated return to Bollywood after nearly a decade. The Pakistani actor, widely celebrated by Indian audiences, previously starred in three Hindi films — Khoobsurat (2014), Kapoor & Sons (2016), and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016). However, the industry dynamic changed significantly after the 2016 Uri terror attack. In its aftermath, associations such as the Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPPA) and the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) imposed bans on Pakistani artists working in Indian films. While Fawad Khan's comeback with Abir Gulaal was already facing opposition from a few, the protests intensified after the terror attack in Pahalgam when Lashkar-linked terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists. The incident killed 27 people, and the Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar offshoot, took responsibility for the attack. First Published:
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
‘Frustrated' Karan Johar questions ‘why we get slotted' as he admits to breaking barriers with Homebound
Homebound, starring Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jehtwa, recently made the entire nation proud. They received a 9-minute standing ovation from the audience as they screened at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. It is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. Now, 'frustrated' KJo opened up about being slotted and admitted breaking barriers with Homebound. In a recent conversation with Variety, Karan Johar criticized being labeled and with frustration he shared, 'I don't know why we get slotted.' He added that he has been producing anthologies like Ajeeb Daastaans and even Neeraj directed the Geeli Pucchi. The filmmaker further opened up on moving the bar of cinema with Kapoor & Sons and Kill that was screened at Toronto International Film Festival in 2023. KJo further shared that he consciously backs films that, every now and then, break boundaries and reshape Dharma's identity, not just riding the mainstream wave, but also reaching for deeper, more meaningful cinematic shores. In the same interview, Karan Johar also opened up on backing Homebound and the reason behind it. He shared, 'There are only two things I can say. One is Neeraj. The other is Ghaywan. I was like, he always had me at hello.' Earlier, The Royals actor Ishaan Khatter took to Instagram to share his excitement about reuniting with Karan Johar and Dharma Productions after seven years for Homebound. Reflecting on the project, he described it as a deeply personal and challenging experience, one that he felt was special from the very beginning. He also celebrated the film's journey to Cannes, Ishaan called it a dream come true, shaped by intention, grit, compassion, and truth. He also acknowledged director Neeraj Ghaywan as a rare talent with both vision and empathy, crediting him for leading one of the proudest chapters of his cinematic journey. For more such news, stay tuned to Pinkvilla!
India Today
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Twinkle Khanna's lesson to Pakistan: Let Dhinchak Pooja re-dub Abida Parveen songs
Former actor Twinkle Khanna never minces words when it comes to expressing her views on socio-political issues through satire. Khanna recently reacted to the removal of Pakistani artistes from Bollywood movie posters. She also suggested 'teaching Pakistanis a lesson', with a unique in her weekly column in The Times of India, wrote, "After the recent re-release of 'Sanam Teri Kasam', I have been listening to the songs on repeat. While browsing Spotify, I realised actor Mawra Hocane had been edited out from the album cover. Further digging reveals that other Pakistani actors like Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan have been similarly erased from their online posters." She further added, "Not wanting to be left behind in doing my duty as a good citizen, I propose that we get all of Abida Parveen and Farida Khanum's songs re-dubbed by our very own Dhinchak Pooja. That will really teach the Pakistanis a lesson." Harshvardhan Rane called out Mawra Hocane for calling his stand on Operation Sindoor a advertisementEarlier in May 2025, actor Harshvardhan Rane slammed his Sanam Teri Kasam co-actor Mawra Hocane for calling Operation Sindoor 'coward' on social media. Rane had stated that he would not be a part of Sanam Teri Kasam 2 if Hocane was a part of Pakistani actor reacted to his remarks and called it a "PR strategy." While reacting to her comment, Rane penned a long note on his Instagram story that read, "That sounded like an attempt at a personal attack. Fortunately, I have tolerance to overlook such attempts - but have zero tolerance for any attack on my nation's dignity. An Indian farmer would pluck out the unwanted weed from his crop. It's called WEEDING. The farmer doesn't need a PR team for this act. It's called common sense. I simply offered to step down from Part 2. I am fully within my rights to choose not to work with individuals who label my country's actions as 'cowardly'. So much hate in her speech, so many personal remarks. I never mentioned her name or resorted to calling her names. Didn't attack her dignity as a woman. I intend to maintain that standard."advertisementApart from Hocane, Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan were also removed from the posters of Kapoor & Sons and Raees, respectively, following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, film Abir Gulaal opposite Vaani Kapoor has been banned in both India and Pakistan. The film's songs have been removed from YouTube India. IN THIS STORY#Twinkle Khanna
News18
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Twinkle Khanna On Teaching Pakistanis A 'Lesson': 'Abida Parveen's Songs…'
In the wake of India-Pakistan tensions, Pakistani actors including Mawra Hocane, Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan and others were removed from the posters of their respective Hindi films on music platforms. Mawra's photo was scrubbed off from the official album art of Sanam Teri Kasam on on music platforms such as Spotify and YouTube Music. Meanwhile, Fawad's photo is no longer visible on the poster of his movie Kapoor & Sons, and Mahira has been removed from Raees poster. Twinkle Khanna has now reacted to this. In her satirical column, she suggested replacing songs by Pakistani singers Abida Parveen and Farida Khanum with versions sung by Indian internet personality Dhinchak Pooja, who went viral for her cringe music in 2017. In her Times Of India column, Twinkle Khanna wrote that she noticed Mawra was edited out from the album cover of Sanam Teri Kasam. 'After the recent re-release of 'Sanam Teri Kasam', I have been listening to the songs on repeat. While browsing Spotify, I realised actor Mawra Hocane had been edited out from the album cover. Further digging reveals that other Pakistani actors like Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan have been similarly erased from their online posters," she wrote.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Celina Jaitly REACTS to Pakistani actors' silence: 'They are quick to benefit from our entertainment industry but remain silent about..'
Amid the escalating tensions between Indian and Pakistan, the entertainment industry stood united with the nation and the armed forces. On the one hand, where social media accounts of Pakistani actors have been banned in India, on the other hand, in the wake of recent developments, Pakistani artists - Fawad Khan , Mahira Khan and Mawra Hocane have been removed from the posters of their movies 'Kapoor & Sons,' 'Raees' and 'Sanam Teri Kasam,' respectively, on music platforms. After India's retaliation attack against terrorism in Pakistan and POK, Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, and Marwa Hocane reportedly made some anti-India statements. Their words were strongly condemned by AICWA and several actors. Recently, Celina Jaitly also joined the bandwagon when she shared her opinion on the matter and shared how Pakistani actors never shied away from benefiting from India's entertainment industry but maintained silence in times of need. 'Pakistani artists are quick to benefit from our thriving entertainment industry' - Celina Jaitly 'India must come first. Our national interest must always be our top priority. Pakistani artists are quick to benefit from our thriving entertainment industry but remain silent about the terrorism their government supports. They've the platforms to demand change and condemn violence, yet they choose silence. Until there is real accountability and sincere efforts to dismantle terror networks, we must stand firm and draw clear boundaries," she said during her interaction with News18. 'Patriotism runs through my very DNA.' Meanwhile, the Government of India issued an advisory to OTT platforms to avoid Pakistan-origin content, which not only threatens national security but also harms relations with foreign countries. Amid this, the silence of some actors on Operation Sindoor and Pakistan's ceasefire violation didn't sit well with many. Weighing on the very subject, Celina added, 'When those with the power to influence millions choose silence, that silence becomes deafening. Patriotism isn't about grandstanding; it's about standing tall for your country when it needs you most. History will always remember who stood up and who turned away. But as the daughter and granddaughter of decorated war veterans and the sister of a Special Forces officer, I can say this with conviction that patriotism runs through my very DNA." Nevertheless, she highlighted the efforts of those who spoke fearlessly and stood by the men and women who are fighting for their country. She said, 'This is exactly the kind of solidarity that matters. When our soldiers stand on the frontlines and families mourn unimaginable losses, it's only right for our industry to pause and reflect.' 'This unity sends a message – that our nation and its people come before everything else. True patriotism shines brightest in times of shared grief and resilience," concluded the actress.
