Centre Engages With UK Authorities As Protests Disrupt Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Emergency’ Screenings in Country

Kangana Ranaut Movie Emergency: Screenings of Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency in the UK have faced disruptions, prompting the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to engage with UK authorities over the matter.

"We have raised concerns about violent protests and intimidation targeting the film’s screenings. Freedom of speech must be upheld, and those obstructing the screenings must be held accountable," the MEA said.

The interruptions reportedly involved masked protesters, identified as Khalistani extremists, who forced screenings to stop in cities including London, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham. Conservative MP Bob Blackman described an incident in Harrow Vue cinema where audience members were threatened.

“The right to watch the film and make personal decisions about its content must be protected,” Blackman said, adding that such disruptions undermine free expression.

The film has drawn criticism from certain British Sikh groups, who argue it misrepresents the Sikh community. Protests organized by these groups have led to theater chains canceling additional screenings.

This controversy mirrors the challenges Emergency faced during its release in India, where it was met with objections from Sikh organizations over alleged historical inaccuracies.

The Indian High Commission in London has assured that it is monitoring the situation and working to address the concerns of the Indian community in the UK.

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