Vivek Agnihotri Shares Old Video After Mamata Banerjee Defeat, Recalls ‘The Bengal Files’ Row
Vivek Agnihotri: Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has launched a scathing attack on the TMC government by sharing a video following Mamata Banerjee's defeat in West Bengal. Find out what he said.
Following the defeat of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the elections in Bengal, Vivek uploaded a clip on Instagram. The clip depicts the challenges Vivek faced during the release of his film “The Bengal Files” in the regime of Mamata Banerjee.
Vivek Agnihotri also wrote a lengthy caption while sharing the video. He said, "Never again. For those who don't know, Mamata Banerjee banned me in Bengal after the release of "The Bengal Files." The film was removed from theaters and she said I would not be allowed entry into Bengal."
He further wrote, "Last year, 'The Bengal Files' was completely banned in West Bengal. Our trailer launch was stopped. We were attacked and beaten. Several FIRs were filed against me. I was banned in Bengal. I couldn't even go to receive my award from the Governor.
