Vani Kapoor, Fawad Khan Film Faces Opposition Amid Pahalgam Incident

Indian actress Vani Kapoor deleted a promotional post from her official account on X (formerly Twitter), following criticism for supporting a film featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan. The duo stars in the upcoming film Abeer Gulal, scheduled for release on May 9.

Promotions for Abeer Gulal have been intensifying in the lead-up to its release. As part of these efforts, Vani Kapoor shared a promotional poster on her X account on Tuesday. However, the post sparked backlash, particularly in the context of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Social media users strongly criticized Vani Kapoor for promoting a film starring a Pakistani actor during such a sensitive period.

In response to the criticism, Vani Kapoor removed the post. She also expressed her condolences to the families of the victims of the Pahalgam attack, stating her deep sympathy. Actor Fawad Khan also condemned the attack, sharing a post on social media denouncing the violence.

Meanwhile, calls to boycott the film have been trending on X, with various hashtags gaining momentum. From the time Abeer Gulal was first announced, the project has faced opposition. The recent terrorist incident has further intensified this sentiment. Bollywood, as an industry, has also come under fire for promoting the film, with many voicing strong criticism over its association with a Pakistani actor.