North India Statesman
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Standup comedian Kunal Kamra is once again in the headlines. He sang a parody song while sarcasm at Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, after which the controversy deepened. Some supporters of Shiv Sena are also claiming threats to them. However, Kamra has refused to withdraw from her statement despite these threats.
Kunal Kamra is getting threats
Kunal Kamra told the media that since his clip went viral, he has been continuously getting threats. They said,
“So far I have received more than 500 calls, in which I am being threatened to kill and cut me. All these calls are coming from the Shiv Sena people, but no call from BJP supporters so far. It is clear that perhaps BJP people do not like Eknath Shinde, even though they are their power ally.”
Shiv Sainik raging from Parodi songs
Actually, Kunal Kamra made the film Heart is crazy Popular songs of Bholi Si Surat The parody was made and shared on social media. In this parody, he did not directly name Eknath Shinde, but Beard, Thane And Rickshaw Like used words, it was clear that he recently towards Shinde.
When this parody song reached Shiv Sainiks, he got angry and started protesting. Many Shiv Sainiks Stagger Saying this, protested, because in 2022, when Eknath Shinde rebelled from Uddhav Thackeray and formed a government with BJP, Shiv Sena (Uddhav faction) called him a traitor. After this entire controversy, there has been a stir in political circles.
Protests and violence in Mumbai
Located in Khar area of Mumbai Habitat comedy club Kunal Kamra performed this program, where he presented a parody song on Eknath Shinde. When this video went viral, the Shiv Sainiks became fierce. After this, several Shiv Sena workers protested outside the Comedy Club.
The situation deteriorated so much that some activists also vandalized the studio. In this case, the police have arrested 12 people, including a supporter of Shiv Sena, Rahul Kanal.
Eknath Shinde’s statement
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also reacted to this entire controversy. They said,
“Everything has a limit, and everyone should follow that dignity.”
Shinde supporters say that Kunal Kamra’s statement and song is using Uddhav faction for political gains. At the same time, Uddhav faction argues that Kunal Kamra did not say anything wrong, but has only expressed his opinion.
Debate on politics and freedom of expression
This dispute once again Freedom of expression versus political tolerance Has given rise to debate. Should a comedian have the freedom to sarcasm on the leaders, or should strict action be taken against such comments? This question has now become a topic of discussion.
