Amid violent Bajrang Dal protests in Assam Shahrukh KhanKi Pathan will release on January 25, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma He said who is Shah Rukh Khan? I don’t know anything about him or his movie Pathan. The Assamese film Dr. Bisbara – Part 2 will also be released and the people of Assam should watch it, the Chief Minister said when asked to comment on the protest at a city theater in Narengi. Hamanta said that many Bollywood stars contact her before the release of their films if there is a protest, but Shahrukh Khan did not call her. “Khan has not called me, although many people in Bollywood do regarding this issue. But if he does, I will look into the matter. If there is a breach of law and order and a case is filed. Action will be taken if registered.” Himanta news agency PTI reported this.
Pathan is facing protests from Hindutva groups for her Besharam Rang song in which Deepika is seen wearing a saffron bikini. After the protests, the Censor Board suggested some changes and now the film is all set to hit the screens amid much fanfare.
Bajrang Dil said he would not allow the film to be released in Gujarat as the film “insults” the Hindu religion. Multiplex owners in Gujarat have demanded protection for theaters in the state.
Several BJP leaders spoke out against the Besharam Rang song, including Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra, who is known for his strong Hindutva stance. The row of Pathans is believed to have been touched by PM Modi himself as he advised BJP leaders to refrain from making unnecessary comments on films.
(with agency information)