EMERGENCY: Mrunal Thakur defends Kangana Ranaut's movie, hits back at troll calling propaganda
Lyricist Manoj Muntashir defended Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' amid controversies, urging the Sikh community to watch the film before passing judgment. He emphasized that the film portrays historical facts and questioned why these truths are being met with resistance.
As of now, there are no reports or public statements indicating that actress Mrunal Thakur has defended Kangana Ranaut or commented on the controversy surrounding the film 'Emergency'. The film, directed by and starring Kangana Ranaut as former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has faced criticism and protests from various Sikh organizations, including the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC). They allege that the movie portrays the Sikh community in a negative light and have called for its ban in Punjab.
Complete harassment of art and the artist
In response to these protests, Kangana Ranaut has expressed her disappointment, labeling the actions as "complete harassment of art and the artist." She emphasized her respect for all religions and described the allegations as "propaganda to tarnish my image and harm my film." The controversy has led to the cancellation of the film's screenings in several cities across Punjab, including Amritsar and Patiala, due to security concerns and potential unrest.
India's fourth-highest civilian award
As the situation develops, there have been no public statements from Mrunal Thakur regarding this matter.Kangana Ranaut is an Indian actress, filmmaker, and politician, known for her work in Hindi cinema. Born on March 23, 1986, in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, she has garnered multiple accolades, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. In 2020, she was honored with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award.
Kangana ventured into filmmaking
In addition to her acting career, Kangana ventured into filmmaking with her directorial debut, "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi" (2019), where she portrayed Rani Laxmibai. Following this, she directed and starred in "Emergency," a biographical drama centered on the 1975 Indian Emergency. In the film, she plays the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Central board of film certification
"Emergency" faced several challenges during its production and release. Initially slated for a 2023 release, it was postponed multiple times due to certification delays by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and controversies surrounding its portrayal of historical events. The film eventually premiered on January 17, 2025, receiving mixed-to-negative reviews from critics and underperforming at the box office.
Despite these setbacks, Kangana's dedication to exploring significant historical narratives through cinema remains evident. Her portrayal of Indira Gandhi in "Emergency" showcases her commitment to challenging roles and storytelling.
