In a significant move, the release of the much-awaited Bollywood film ‘Abir Gulal’, starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, has been put on hold following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The government has taken serious note of the prevailing situation and imposed a ban on the film’s release, citing national sensitivity and public sentiment.
The film, which was scheduled to hit the screens soon, has become a subject of controversy due to its release timing coinciding with the aftermath of the terror strike. Sources from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry confirmed that this step was taken as a precautionary measure to maintain peace and prevent any unrest.
According to reports, there have been growing concerns over the screening of a film that features a Pakistani actor, especially at a time when tensions are high across the valley. Fawad Khan, who plays a lead role in the film, has previously faced criticism from certain political factions for participating in Indian films despite rising Indo-Pak tensions.
The government has not announced a revised release date for ‘Abir Gulal’, and the situation remains under review. Meanwhile, reactions on social media are pouring in, with many supporting the decision, while others debate the fairness of banning a creative work based on external events.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
