<p>Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's<em> Fighter </em>is among the most-awaited Bollywood film. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the action drama that brings two stalwarts Hrithik and Deepika for the first time together has been on everyone's watch list since the announcement. The release of the aerial drama is just around the corner but there are some people who are not happy with the movie.</p>

<p>Set in the aftermath of the Pulwama attack, the action-packed trailer&nbsp;shows&nbsp;India's&nbsp;revenge against the terrorist attack. Soon after the trailer&nbsp;was dropped, many Pakistani actors went on to slam the makers for showing an anti-Pakistan narrative and hatred.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-main-atal-hoon-review-pankaj-tripathi-gives-a-wholehearted-performance-in-this-overdramatised-film--681579">Main Atal Hoon Review: Pankaj Tripathi gives a wholehearted performance in this overdramatised film &nbsp;</a></p>

<p><strong>What are Pakistani celebrities saying about Fighter?</strong></p>

<p>Pakistani celebrities, such as Hania Aamir, Adnan Siddiqui, and others, have gone on to criticise the movie, saying that it's a ''cheap story of hatred.''</p>

<p>Actress Hania Aamir, who enjoys huge popularity in Pakistan and India as well, went on to slam the makers saying that it's sad to see cinema being used to broaden the rift&nbsp;between the two countries.</p>

<p>"So sad and unfortunate to know that there are artists out there in this day and age who are aware of the power that the cinema holds and still go ahead and feed the riff between the two countries. I feel sorry for the artists who try to bridge the gap by trusting their art as a medium,"&nbsp;wrote&nbsp;Aamir in an IG story,</p>

<p>Other Pakistani actor Asad Siddiqui wrote, "Same old chronicle. Aren't you guys tired of selling the same false crap?! Grow up, guys! The world is moving on and getting mature but why do you want to sell this cheap story of hatred? Could have also promoted peace. Don't we have enough hatred in the world that you had to boost more hate [through] this global medium of movies?", he said before adding, "We all have a responsibility to promote peace around the globe instead of hate. What are you trying to prove here with this movie though?! How about checking facts that the whole world knows? You came, and we shot your MiG-21 and captured your pilot and then we released him with a fantastic cup of tea. Wake up, you guys."</p>

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<p>Adnan Siddiqui wrote that it's 'disheartening' to see Bollywood hate-filled movies against Pakistan.</p>

<p>"Once celebrated for love, Bollywood now crafts hate-filled narratives, portraying us as villains. Despite our love for your films, it's disheartening. Art transcends boundaries; let's use it to promote love and peace. Two nations, victims of politics, deserve better."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-mission-impossible-dead-reckoning-gets-ott-stream-release-date-681425">Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning gets OTT stream release date</a></p>

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<p><strong>Sidharth Anand's subtle reaction:</strong></p>

<p>Actress Hania Aamir was quickly called out by the netizens who slammed her for showing a double narrative.</p>

<p>One netizen wrote that she has slammed the<em> Fighter,</em> despite having previously worked in the movie showing Pakistan Air Force fighting against India.</p>

<p>Sharing the screengrab of Hania's post, one X user wrote, "Didn't she literally work in a movie which was anti-India? If indian celebs have no issue with the anti-India stuff Pakistani celebs do in movies, why do Pak celebs care so much?"</p>

<p>Reacting to this, Anand used a thinking emoji</p>

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<p>Responding to another post, reading, ''was 'art' breathing here &nbsp;@realhaniahehe??'', the&nbsp;<em>Pathaan </em>director wrote, ''Oh!''</p>

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<p><strong>Fighter trailer</strong></p>

<p>Starring heavyweights Hrithik, Deepika, and Anil Kapoor, the newly released trailer showcased breathtaking aerial action sequences, revealing the jist of the narrative. The movie has squadron leader Shamsher Pathania (Hrithik), squadron leader Minal Rathore (Deepika), and group captain Rakesh Jai Singh (Anil) leading an elite Indian Air Force (IAF) unit named Air Dragons.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In addition to the lead cast, <em>Fighter</em> features Karan Singh Grover and Akshay Oberoi in supporting roles.<br />
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Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's Fighter is among the most-awaited Bollywood film. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the action drama that brings two stalwarts Hrithik and Deepika for the first time together has been on everyone's watch list since the announcement.

Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's Fighter is among the most-awaited Bollywood film. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the action drama that brings two stalwarts Hrithik and Deepika for the first time together has been on everyone's watch list since the announcement. The release of the aerial drama is just around the corner but there are some people who are not happy with the movie. Set in the aftermath of the Pulwama attack, the action-packed trailer shows India's revenge against the terrorist attack. Soon after the trailer was dropped, many Pakistani actors went on to slam the makers for showing an anti-Pakistan narrative and hatred. Also read: Main Atal Hoon Review: Pankaj Tripathi gives a wholehearted performance in this overdramatised film What are Pakistani celebrities saying about Fighter? Pakistani celebrities, such as Hania Aamir, Adnan Siddiqui, and others, have gone on to criticise the movie, saying that it's a ''cheap story of hatred.'' Actress Hania Aamir, who enjoys huge popularity in Pakistan and India as well, went on to slam the makers saying that it's sad to see cinema being used to broaden the rift between the two countries. "So sad and unfortunate to know that there are artists out there in this day and age who are aware of the power that the cinema holds and still go ahead and feed the riff between the two countries. I feel sorry for the artists who try to bridge the gap by trusting their art as a medium," wrote Aamir in an IG story, Other Pakistani actor Asad Siddiqui wrote, "Same old chronicle. Aren't you guys tired of selling the same false crap?! Grow up, guys! The world is moving on and getting mature but why do you want to sell this cheap story of hatred? Could have also promoted peace. Don't we have enough hatred in the world that you had to boost more hate [through] this global medium of movies?", he said before adding, "We all have a responsibility to promote peace around the globe instead of hate. What are you trying to prove here with this movie though?! How about checking facts that the whole world knows? You came, and we shot your MiG-21 and captured your pilot and then we released him with a fantastic cup of tea. Wake up, you guys." #FighterMovie #stopgenerationalhate pic.twitter.com/KmmyE6ydwm — Asad Siddiqui (@AsadSiddiqui_) January 15, 2024 × Adnan Siddiqui wrote that it's 'disheartening' to see Bollywood hate-filled movies against Pakistan. "Once celebrated for love, Bollywood now crafts hate-filled narratives, portraying us as villains. Despite our love for your films, it's disheartening. Art transcends boundaries; let's use it to promote love and peace. Two nations, victims of politics, deserve better." Also read: Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning gets OTT stream release date Once celebrated for love, Bollywood now crafts hate-filled narratives, portraying us as villains. Despite our love for your films, it's disheartening. Art transcends boundaries; let's use it to promote love and peace. Two nations, victims of politics, deserve better. — Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) January 16, 2024 × Sidharth Anand's subtle reaction: Actress Hania Aamir was quickly called out by the netizens who slammed her for showing a double narrative. One netizen wrote that she has slammed the Fighter, despite having previously worked in the movie showing Pakistan Air Force fighting against India. Sharing the screengrab of Hania's post, one X user wrote, "Didn't she literally work in a movie which was anti-India? If indian celebs have no issue with the anti-India stuff Pakistani celebs do in movies, why do Pak celebs care so much?" Reacting to this, Anand used a thinking emoji was 'art' breathing here @realhaniahehe ?? https://t.co/MWKgHBgk88 pic.twitter.com/rxt6UKwfNh — ً (@i_Anushka_) January 17, 2024 × Responding to another post, reading, ''was 'art' breathing here @realhaniahehe??'', the Pathaan director wrote, ''Oh!'' 🤔 — Siddharth Anand (@justSidAnand) January 17, 2024 × Fighter trailer Starring heavyweights Hrithik, Deepika, and Anil Kapoor, the newly released trailer showcased breathtaking aerial action sequences, revealing the jist of the narrative. The movie has squadron leader Shamsher Pathania (Hrithik), squadron leader Minal Rathore (Deepika), and group captain Rakesh Jai Singh (Anil) leading an elite Indian Air Force (IAF) unit named Air Dragons. × In addition to the lead cast, Fighter features Karan Singh Grover and Akshay Oberoi in supporting roles. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 25, 2024, a day before India's Republic Day.

Pakistani actors slam Hrithik Roshan's Fighter for anti-Pakistan narrative, director Siddharth Anand reacts

<p>“Character assassination is the worst form of humanity and a sin,” says Pakistani actress Sajal Ali in response to an allegation slapped by retired Pakistan Army officer, Adil Raja, on actresses of the country being used as “honey traps”. In a YouTube video, Adil Raja claimed that some of the country’s female actors were used by the military to trap politicians. He did not name the actors in the video but did give out their initials. According to the internet, he was talking about some A-listers like Sajal Ali, Mahira Khan, Kubra Khan, and Mehwish Hayat.</p>

<p>Keeping mum for sometime, Sajal Ali finally responded to the allegation on Twitter. She tweeted, "It is very sad that our country is becoming morally debased and ugly; character assassination is the worst form of humanity and a sin.” Sajal is known for several hit shows in her country. She also starred in the Bollywood film ‘Mom’ opposite Sridevi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another actress to shut down these allegations is Kubra Khan who responded by saying, "I stayed quiet initially because obviously a fake video isn't going to take over my existence But ENOUGH IS ENOUGH."</p>

<p>"Apko lagta hai ke koi random log mujhpe behte bithaye ungli uthayenge aur main chup behtoongi toh apki soch hai (If you think I will not raise my voice against random people throwing baseless allegations against me, then you are wrong). So Mr Adil Raja before you start to heap allegations upon people, have some proof first,” she added.</p>

<p>‘Ms Marvel’ actress Mehwish Hayat also spoke against the “baseless” allegations and asked for this to stop. On Instagram, she wrote, "Shame on you for spreading baseless allegations and insinuations about someone you know nothing about and even bigger shame on people who blindly believe this bullshit. But this stops and it stops now! I will not allow anyone to defame my name in this way anymore.”</p>

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“Character assassination is the worst form of humanity and a sin,” says Pakistani actress Sajal Ali in response to an allegation slapped by retired Pakistan Army officer, Adil Raja, on actresses of the country being used as “honey traps”.

“Character assassination is the worst form of humanity and a sin,” says Pakistani actress Sajal Ali in response to an allegation slapped by retired Pakistan Army officer, Adil Raja, on actresses of the country being used as “honey traps”. In a YouTube video, Adil Raja claimed that some of the country’s female actors were used by the military to trap politicians. He did not name the actors in the video but did give out their initials. According to the internet, he was talking about some A-listers like Sajal Ali, Mahira Khan, Kubra Khan, and Mehwish Hayat. Keeping mum for sometime, Sajal Ali finally responded to the allegation on Twitter. She tweeted, "It is very sad that our country is becoming morally debased and ugly; character assassination is the worst form of humanity and a sin.” Sajal is known for several hit shows in her country. She also starred in the Bollywood film ‘Mom’ opposite Sridevi. It is very sad that our country is becoming morally debased and ugly; character assassination is the worst form of humanity and sin. — Sajal Ali (@Iamsajalali) January 2, 2023 × Another actress to shut down these allegations is Kubra Khan who responded by saying, "I stayed quiet initially because obviously a fake video isn't going to take over my existence But ENOUGH IS ENOUGH." "Apko lagta hai ke koi random log mujhpe behte bithaye ungli uthayenge aur main chup behtoongi toh apki soch hai (If you think I will not raise my voice against random people throwing baseless allegations against me, then you are wrong). So Mr Adil Raja before you start to heap allegations upon people, have some proof first,” she added. ‘Ms Marvel’ actress Mehwish Hayat also spoke against the “baseless” allegations and asked for this to stop. On Instagram, she wrote, "Shame on you for spreading baseless allegations and insinuations about someone you know nothing about and even bigger shame on people who blindly believe this bullshit. But this stops and it stops now! I will not allow anyone to defame my name in this way anymore.”

Pakistani actresses hit back at 'being used to honey trap politicians' allegations

Imran Khan continues to lose political wickets. A federal Minister has resigned. The claims of a 'foreign plot' have been busted. The only support the Pak PM is getting is from Pakistani actors. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Pakistani actors extend support to Imran Khan

<p>Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi on Thursday announced his decision to quit showbiz. In a video shared by him on Twitter, Abbasi spoke about his journey - how he became an atheist when he was 14-15 years old and how he will now call himself ex-atheist.&nbsp;<br />
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"I want to spend the rest of my life talking about God," Abbasi said in the video-sharing that his decision is based on 10 years of research. Abbasi, who recently married Naimal Khawar, said that now he will try to shape his life in accordance with Islam and will try to spread across the message through various platforms.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
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''Being an 'ex-atheist', I want to share the answers I have received about God with people. I don't want to debate or convince people, I just want to share," he said and added that if he will make any movie or show, then it will be about Islam.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The 35-year-old actor is known for his roles in films like 'Main Hoon Shahid Afridi', 'Jawani Phir Nahi Ani', 'Waar', and TV shows like 'Pyaray Afzal'. Abbasi had earlier said in a tweet in October that he will make an important announcement soon.<br />
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"A journey of more than a decade comes to an end. I have a very important announcement to make at the end of this month. Will hope my voice reaches many. Will be off social media till the end of October," he tweeted on October 11.<br />
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This comes after Pakistani singer Rabi Pirzada on November 4 announced that she has decided to quit the entertainment industry. The announcement came after her private pictures and videos were leaked online.<br />
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Rabi took to her official Twitter account and wrote, "I, Rabi Pirzada, am quitting showbiz. May Allah forgive my sins. And soften the hearts of people in my favour. She had threatened Indian&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/pakistani-singer-rabi-pirzada-who-had-threatened-pm-modi-quits-showbiz-260140">PM Modi before she quit&nbsp;showbiz</a>.</p>

<p>She was trolled by Twitter users for posting a picture wearing what appeared to be a suicide vest in order to threaten Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hands-on waist, the singer posted a photo of herself posing with a black vest over her clothes, laden with what appeared to be explosives with a timer attached."#ModiHitler I just wish huh #kashmirkibeti," she wrote alongside.&nbsp;</p>


Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi on Thursday announced his decision to quit showbiz. In a video shared by him on Twitter, Abbasi spoke about his journey - how he became an atheist when he was 14-15 years old and how he will now call himself ex-atheist.

Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi on Thursday announced his decision to quit showbiz. In a video shared by him on Twitter, Abbasi spoke about his journey - how he became an atheist when he was 14-15 years old and how he will now call himself ex-atheist. "I want to spend the rest of my life talking about God," Abbasi said in the video-sharing that his decision is based on 10 years of research. Abbasi, who recently married Naimal Khawar, said that now he will try to shape his life in accordance with Islam and will try to spread across the message through various platforms. ''Being an 'ex-atheist', I want to share the answers I have received about God with people. I don't want to debate or convince people, I just want to share," he said and added that if he will make any movie or show, then it will be about Islam. Welll.... This is what i wanted to say... for now! 😁https://t.co/q7vap8eArs — Hamza Ali Abbasi (@iamhamzaabbasi) November 14, 2019 × The 35-year-old actor is known for his roles in films like 'Main Hoon Shahid Afridi', 'Jawani Phir Nahi Ani', 'Waar', and TV shows like 'Pyaray Afzal'. Abbasi had earlier said in a tweet in October that he will make an important announcement soon. "A journey of more than a decade comes to an end. I have a very important announcement to make at the end of this month. Will hope my voice reaches many. Will be off social media till the end of October," he tweeted on October 11. This comes after Pakistani singer Rabi Pirzada on November 4 announced that she has decided to quit the entertainment industry. The announcement came after her private pictures and videos were leaked online. Rabi took to her official Twitter account and wrote, "I, Rabi Pirzada, am quitting showbiz. May Allah forgive my sins. And soften the hearts of people in my favour. She had threatened Indian PM Modi before she quit showbiz. She was trolled by Twitter users for posting a picture wearing what appeared to be a suicide vest in order to threaten Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hands-on waist, the singer posted a photo of herself posing with a black vest over her clothes, laden with what appeared to be explosives with a timer attached."#ModiHitler I just wish huh #kashmirkibeti," she wrote alongside.

Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi quits showbiz after Rabi Pirzada

<p>Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala says the decision of cinema owners association to not allow screening of films with Pakistani artistes was unfortunate and he would request them to reconsider the move as that will result in losses for Karan Johar&#39;s &quot;Ae Dil Hai Mushkil&quot;.</p>

<p>Cinema Owners Exhibitors Association of India yesterday announced that it won&#39;t release movies starring actors from Pakistan, in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Goa.</p>

<p>This has put an uncertainty on the release of &quot;Ae Dil Hai Mushkil&quot; as it features Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan.</p>

<p>The movie, starring Aishwarya Rai, Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma is slated to hit theatres on October 28.</p>

<p>&quot;It&#39;s unfortunate with Karan, that this film started two years back when the situation was different. We are going to request all the parties, all the concerned authorities, that he is an Indian. An Indian should not suffer from the hands of another Indian,&quot; Sajid said at an event.</p>

<p>&quot;We will humbly go and request everyone. He is an Indian citizen, please help him. Our entire team thinks we will be successful.&quot;</p>

<p>Varun Dhawan, who was also present at the event, said he agrees with Sajid.</p>

<p>&quot;I totally agree with what Sajid sir said. I stand by him,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>The filmmaker said considering what the nation is going through, they all stand in solidarity with the army.</p>

<p>&quot;We all are behind our nation, our army. Several associations have decided that at present we are not going to work with them (Pakistani artistes).</p>

<p>Actor and BJP MP Paresh Rawal took to Twitter and said that producers are being punished for no fault of theirs.</p>

<p>&quot;Terrorist have claimed one more life... Of solidarity of Indian film industry!</p>

<p>&quot;Pak artist got their money and travelled club class and safely went back home... And we punish our own producers for no fault of theirs. Think.&quot;</p>

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Cinema Owners Exhibitors Association of India announced it won't release movies starring Pakistani actors in some Indian states

Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala says the decision of cinema owners association to not allow screening of films with Pakistani artistes was unfortunate and he would request them to reconsider the move as that will result in losses for Karan Johar's "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil". Cinema Owners Exhibitors Association of India yesterday announced that it won't release movies starring actors from Pakistan, in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Goa. This has put an uncertainty on the release of "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" as it features Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan. The movie, starring Aishwarya Rai, Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma is slated to hit theatres on October 28. "It's unfortunate with Karan, that this film started two years back when the situation was different. We are going to request all the parties, all the concerned authorities, that he is an Indian. An Indian should not suffer from the hands of another Indian," Sajid said at an event. "We will humbly go and request everyone. He is an Indian citizen, please help him. Our entire team thinks we will be successful." Varun Dhawan, who was also present at the event, said he agrees with Sajid. "I totally agree with what Sajid sir said. I stand by him," he said. The filmmaker said considering what the nation is going through, they all stand in solidarity with the army. "We all are behind our nation, our army. Several associations have decided that at present we are not going to work with them (Pakistani artistes). Actor and BJP MP Paresh Rawal took to Twitter and said that producers are being punished for no fault of theirs. "Terrorist have claimed one more life... Of solidarity of Indian film industry! "Pak artist got their money and travelled club class and safely went back home... And we punish our own producers for no fault of theirs. Think." (PTI)

India: Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala on banning Pakistani actors in India

The Mahrashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), a political party based in the western Indian state of Maharashtra, has issued an ultimatum to Pakistani artistes ordering them to leave the country.<br />
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Shalini Thackeray, general secretary of the MNS, told PTI that the party had issued a 48-hour ultimatum to all the Pakistani actors.<br />
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&quot;We would also issue letters to the producers probing the&nbsp;grounds on which they had hired Pakistani actors&nbsp;when ample actors were available here in the country and struggling to find an opportunity,&quot; she said.<br />
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Actors like Mahira Khan and &#39;Ae Dil Hai Mushkil&#39; star Fawad Khan are hijacking the opportunities of Indian artistes, Thackeray said at a press conference.<br />
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(WION with inputs from PTI)

Police have said the actors need not worry, that they will be given protection

The Mahrashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), a political party based in the western Indian state of Maharashtra, has issued an ultimatum to Pakistani artistes ordering them to leave the country. Shalini Thackeray, general secretary of the MNS, told PTI that the party had issued a 48-hour ultimatum to all the Pakistani actors. "We have started dashing off letters to Pakistani actors, whose country is allegedly sponsoring terrorism, to stop their acting business here. We have started dashing off letters to Pakistani actors, whose country is allegedly sponsoring terrorism, to stop their acting business here "We would also issue letters to the producers probing the grounds on which they had hired Pakistani actors when ample actors were available here in the country and struggling to find an opportunity," she said. Actors like Mahira Khan and 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' star Fawad Khan are hijacking the opportunities of Indian artistes, Thackeray said at a press conference. Mumbai police however assured the actors that they would be given police protection and need not worry. Ask what MNS would do should the artistes not leave, Thackeray said, "Our workers would push them out... Would not let them do their acting business." (WION with inputs from PTI)

Indian political party orders Pakistani actors to leave country in 48 hours