We all are aware how ‘Uri attacks’ have created problematic situations for the film industry. Yes, the Pakistani actors were banned by IMPPA, bringing in more troubles for the release of ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’ and ‘Raees’, that had Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan playing lead roles in it. MNS chief Raj Thackeray had strictly said that he won’t allow the release of ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’ and any other movies that have Pakistani actors in it (Indirect hint at Raees).
However, it seems he changed his mind, when he said that every Bollywood director who worked with Pakistani actors has to pay a penalty of Rs 5 crores towards the Army Welfare Fund; this means easy release for ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’, isn’t it?
Moreover, the MNS chief said that the producers must give in writing that they will never ever cast any Pakistani actor in future. These conditions were well accepted by Karan Johar, Devendra Fadnavis and The Producers Guild, but it surely drew a lot of flak on social media….
However, Former Air Vice Marshal Manmohan Bahadur slammed Raj Thackeray for this decision, in his series of tweets; have a look…
Raj Thackeray’s extortion?
Army never doubts the love n sentiment of countrymen behind contributions to its welfare fund. From now on…? #RajThackeray 's extortion.
— Manmohan Bahadur (@BahadurManmohan) October 22, 2016
What is happening?
I served four decades in uniform- and never did I live on extorted money. What's this happening in my country???? @PMOIndia @manoharparrikar https://t.co/tB2wj4Kxqw
— Manmohan Bahadur (@BahadurManmohan) October 22, 2016
He seeks a reason!
Why should the Armed Forces be made a part of this extortion? By accepting this money they would become a 'receiver' of tainted money @adgpi https://t.co/tB2wj4Kxqw
— Manmohan Bahadur (@BahadurManmohan) October 22, 2016
STAY AWAY!
Indian Armed Forces cannot, and SHUD NOT, become crutches 4pol ambitions. Unfortunately, this is the trend seen in recent past. Stay away pl https://t.co/BBkujRETja
— Manmohan Bahadur (@BahadurManmohan) October 22, 2016
Is Raj Thackeray a government?
Is Raj Thackeray the Government or a …..? Lets b clear. As @ShekharGupta has twted, its constitutional breakdown- taking a Mr Nobody's ok https://t.co/KzANTwIFVM
— Manmohan Bahadur (@BahadurManmohan) October 22, 2016
Even Brigadier Khushal Thakur slammed this decision of MNS. He stated that by doing such things MNS is hurting the national sentiments of people. He adds
“If something is wrong, it is wrong. How can a forced donation of Rs 5 crore make it right? But the bottom line is the army’s name should not be misused for political gain,”
Indian Army commander Lieutenant General BS Jaswal said “The army doesn’t go around begging for funds. If a film producer wants to donate, he can do it like any other Indian citizen. But it’s unacceptable in such a manner.”
Even common people took to Twitter to oppose this decision; have a look at these tweets…
Street Thug!
#RajThackeray is an out and out extortionist, bully, street thug. Reveals true colours
— Saba Naqvi (@_sabanaqvi) October 22, 2016
Please collect from Arnab too!
Dear Raj Thackeray, from TimesNow & Arnab, please collect 5Crs for each appearance of Pak actors on NoiseHour, since Pathankot to till now.
— Purva Agarwala #JaiKisan (@feignism) October 22, 2016
Hooliganism!
Am glad Raj Thackeray has added another feather to his tainted cap. In addition to thuggery and hooliganism he is also now an extortionist.
— SUHEL SETH (@Suhelseth) October 22, 2016
Government is broker?
Just read: Rs 5 crore is the price of desh Bhakti for MNS with Maha govt playing 'broker'? Yeh kahan aa Gaye hum doston? #RajThackeray
— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) October 22, 2016
New Dawood Ibrahim!
MNS, Raj Thackeray are the new Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Rajan in Mumbai. Pay them your respects and your money if you want to do business.
— AN (@ajith27) October 22, 2016
This is extortion!
Surrender of the State:MNS "allows" film release after producers "accept"demands. Mandates they pay 5 crores in fines for casting Pakistanis https://t.co/0o2Uja0kQj
— Suhasini Haidar (@suhasinih) October 22, 2016
So guys, what do you think about this decision of MNS Chief? Is it justified? Do share your views in our comments section below…
