Ameya Khopkar, leader of the extremist Hindu party Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), has said that those who like Pakistani actor Fawad Khan are “Indian traitors.”
According to Indian media reports, extremist Hindutva groups have become active to stop the release of Pakistan’s record-breaking film ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ in India.
Khopkar stated, “We will not allow the release of Pakistani films, nor will we allow their artists to work in Indian films.”
Expanding his threats, Khopkar further said: “It is most infuriating that an Indian company is leading this plan. Following Raj Saheb’s orders we will not let this film release anywhere in India.”
Raj Thackeray is the nephew of Bal Thackeray, known for his opposition to Pakistan and Muslims.
The blockbuster Pakistani film The Legend of Maula Jatt is set to release in Indian theaters on October 2.
Previously, the film was scheduled for release in India in December 2022, but was stopped after strong opposition from extremist Hindu groups and the MNS.
The Legend of Maula Jatt was released worldwide on October 13, 2022, and was a phenomenal success at the box office.
The film, a remake of the 1979 classic Maula Jatt, stars Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, and Humaima Malik.