Veteran actor and activist Prakash Raj has publicly supported Abir Gulaal, the Fawad Khan-starrer facing pushback in India.
Condemning the growing trend of film bans, Raj warned that silencing artistic voices breeds fear and threatens democratic values. “I don’t support banning any film—be it right-wing or propaganda. Audiences are smart enough to decide for themselves,” he said in a recent statement.
He addressed the backlash surrounding Abir Gulaal, which stars Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and reportedly tackles themes of identity and conflict. Critics have labeled the film politically sensitive, prompting unofficial censorship efforts.
