Prakash Raj came out in defense of Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor's 'Abir Gulaal', said - some people are creating fear
Prakash Raj On Abir Gulal: Prakash Raj called the ban on films dangerous for freedom of expression and said that the controversy over films like 'Padmaavat', 'Pathan', 'L2: Empuraan' is part of a well-planned conspiracy, which is creating an atmosphere of fear.
Popular actor Prakash Raj took a strong position with regard to the film banning issue. He recently stated that irrespective of what ideology the film is based on, banning the film is wrong and is an enormous threat to freedom of expression. Prakash Raj clearly said, 'Nowadays people's feelings are getting hurt over small things, and this environment is dangerous.'
Prakash gave examples of many films that had faced controversies. He mentioned 'Padmaavat', 'Pathan', 'L2: Empuraan', and Fawad Khan's film 'Abir Gulaal'. These films not only had to face the strictness of the censor board, but also political pressure and public anger. On the controversy of 'Abir Gulaal', Prakash said, 'I am against banning any film, even if it is propaganda. Unless the film is promoting child exploitation or obscenity, why stop it? Let the public decide for themselves.'
Prakash also talked about the uproar during 'Padmaavat' and 'Pathan'. He told how Deepika Padukone received threats over her costume in 'Padmaavat' and the color of a song in 'Pathan'. "People were saying that we would cut off her nose. What is this tamasha, just for a cloth or color?'
