Mumbai Studio Where Kunal Kamra, Samay Raina Hosted Shows Likely To Be Razed By BMC
1 week, 1 day ago

Mumbai Studio Where Kunal Kamra, Samay Raina Hosted Shows Likely To Be Razed By BMC

ABP News  

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is likely to raze the Habitat studio where comedian Kunal Kamra cracked jokes on Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde during a show. A group of Shiv Sena workers entered the studio premises in Khar and damaged property to protest against Kamra's remarks against Shinde. They also registered a case against nearly 40 Shiv Sena workers for allegedly vandalising the Khar-based venue, where Kamra's show with the "gaddaar" jibe at Shinde was shot, as well as the hotel in whose premises the studio is located. Rival Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut called Kamra's latest remarks "Kunal Ka Kamal".

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Mumbai Police serves notice to audience members at Kunal Kamra show: Report
2 hours, 50 minutes ago

Mumbai Police serves notice to audience members at Kunal Kamra show: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Mumbai Police has served notices to audience members who attended comedian Kunal Kamra's show in which he allegedly made remarks aimed at Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, The Times of India reported on Tuesday. Kunal Kamra, known for his satirical comedy, has been facing legal trouble following complaints accusing him of making derogatory comments against Eknath Shinde during …

Kunal Kamra's caustic 'how to kill an artist democratically' post amid joke row
15 hours, 49 minutes ago

Kunal Kamra's caustic 'how to kill an artist democratically' post amid joke row

India Today  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Tuesday took a swipe at the government, alleging a systematic effort to silence dissenting artists following the controversy over his remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. In an Instagram post caption “How to kill an Artist ‘democratically’,” Kamra outlined what he claimed is a "playbook" used by the ruling dispensation to suppress free …

Shiv Sena-UBT demands Kangana Ranaut-like ‘special protection’ for Kunal Kamra as comedian faces more cases
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2 days, 12 hours ago

Shiv Sena-UBT demands Kangana Ranaut-like ‘special protection’ for Kunal Kamra as comedian faces more cases

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut demanded special protection for stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, similar to the one granted to actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, as Mumbai police registered more cases against him for his joke allegedly targeting state Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. Kunal Kamra has got the backing of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut. More cases against …

Three more defamation cases registered against Kunal Kamra
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2 days, 15 hours ago

Three more defamation cases registered against Kunal Kamra

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Khar police have registered three new defamation cases against comedian Kunal Kamra in connection with his satirical jab allegedly aimed at deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde during a stand-up comedy show earlier this year, which catapulted into a major political controversy after a video of the show was released on social media last week. Three more defamation cases …

Eknath Shinde joke row: Trouble mounts for comedian Kunal Kamra, 3 more cases filed against him in Mumbai
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3 days, 9 hours ago

Eknath Shinde joke row: Trouble mounts for comedian Kunal Kamra, 3 more cases filed against him in Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

Trouble mounted for comedian Kunal Kamra on Saturday as three separate cases were filed against him at Khar police station of west Mumbai over his controversial stand-up comedy act which included a satire on Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. Kunal Kamra was on Friday granted relief from arrest by the Madras high court by lawyer V Suresh One of …

This Week in Explainers: Why Kunal Kamra faced ire of Shiv Sena over Eknath Shinde ‘joke’
3 days, 10 hours ago

This Week in Explainers: Why Kunal Kamra faced ire of Shiv Sena over Eknath Shinde ‘joke’

Firstpost  

Comic Kunal Kamra came to the limelight after his jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde led to a huge row. All this and more in our weekly roundup from India Comic Kunal Kamra faced the ire of Shiv Sena supporters over his jibe at Eknath Shinde. Comedian Kunal Kamra, who is not new to controversies, was thrown in …

Kunal Kamra Granted Interim Anticipatory Bail In FIR Over Remarks On Eknath Shinde
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4 days, 3 hours ago

Kunal Kamra Granted Interim Anticipatory Bail In FIR Over Remarks On Eknath Shinde

ABP News  

The Madras High Court on Friday granted interim anticipatory bail to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra till April 7 in connection with an FIR lodged against him in Mumbai over his alleged remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Despite the case being registered at Khar police station in Mumbai, Kamra, a resident of Tamil Nadu, approached the Madras High …

Kunal Kamra moves Madras HC seeking transit anticipatory bail over satire video, hearing today
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4 days, 9 hours ago

Kunal Kamra moves Madras HC seeking transit anticipatory bail over satire video, hearing today

Live Mint  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra reportedly approached the Madras High Court on Friday, seeking transit anticipatory bail in connection with the FIR lodged against him over his controversial video. The case pertained to the remarks he made during a stand up show, apparently targing Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. He didn't name Shinde in his stand-up, however, Shinde's supporters alleged …

Breaking | Kunal Kamra Moves Madras High Court For Transit Anticipatory Bail In Mumbai Police FIR Over Satire Video; Hearing Today
4 days, 10 hours ago

Breaking | Kunal Kamra Moves Madras High Court For Transit Anticipatory Bail In Mumbai Police FIR Over Satire Video; Hearing Today

Live Law  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has approached the Madras High Court seeking transit anticipatory bail in connection with the FIR lodged against him at Mumbai over his alleged remarks against Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Kamra is a permanent resident of Villupuram town in Tamilnadu and thus claims Madras High Court has jurisdiction. Though Kamra had not directly taken the Deputy …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Maharashtra council admits breach of privilege notice against comedian
4 days, 12 hours ago

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Maharashtra council admits breach of privilege notice against comedian

Live Mint  

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Maharashtra Legislative Council has admitted a breach of privilege notice against comedian Kunal Kamra him for allegedly insulting deputy chief minister Elnath Shinde, who heads a Shiv Sena faction. State tourism minister and Shiv Sena leader Shambhuraj Desai, while talking to reporters, demanded Kamra’s immediate arrest, warning that the patience of party workers should not be tested. …

Kunal Kamra files pre-arrest bail plea amid row over Eknath Shinde 'traitor' joke
4 days, 15 hours ago

Kunal Kamra files pre-arrest bail plea amid row over Eknath Shinde 'traitor' joke

India Today  

Comedian Kunal Kamra on Friday approached the Madras High Court to seek interim protection from pre-arrest in connection with the FIR filed against him in Mumbai over his alleged "traitor" jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The comedian, a resident of Tamil Nadu's Villupuram, applied for transit anticipatory bail, which allows an accused to seek pre-arrest bail in …

Mumbai Police orders Kunal Kamra to appear on March 31 over Eknath Shinde remarks, denies extension on ‘threat to life’
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5 days, 10 hours ago

Mumbai Police orders Kunal Kamra to appear on March 31 over Eknath Shinde remarks, denies extension on ‘threat to life’

Live Mint  

Comedian Kunal Kamra has been summoned to appear before Mumbai police on March 31 regarding a parody of Eknath Shinde, reported NDTV. Kamra received criticism for allegedly calling Eknath Shinde a "traitor" during his performance of ‘Naya Bharat’ at Habitat studio in Mumbai. The Mumbai Police have arrested 12 people so far, including Shiv Sena leader Rahul Kanal, in connection …

Mainstream media are vultures, miscommunication arm of rulers: Kamra ; Maha minister wants to give comedian 'prasad'
5 days, 15 hours ago

Mainstream media are vultures, miscommunication arm of rulers: Kamra ; Maha minister wants to give comedian 'prasad'

New Indian Express  

Meanwhile, Maharashtra tourism minister and Shiv Sena leader Shambhuraj Desai on Thursday said the police should arrest the comedian at the earliest and not test the patience of party workers. Kamra on Wednesday dropped a new video from the comedy special, in which he performed a parody of "Hawa Hawai" from "Mr India" to criticise Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman …

Kunal Kamra asked to appear before cops on March 31 over Eknath Shinde parody
Top News
5 days, 15 hours ago

Kunal Kamra asked to appear before cops on March 31 over Eknath Shinde parody

India Today  

Comedian Kunal Kamra has been asked to appear before Mumbai police for questioning on March 31 over his 'traitor' jab at Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde during a stand-up performance. Kamra stirred a massive controversy after he referred to Shinde as a "gaddar" in a Bollywood parody song during a performance at the Habitat Comedy Club. While Kamra has been …

Shiv Sena leaders in Pune seek FIR against comedian Kunal Kamra for ‘low grade, inappropriate' song
6 days, 2 hours ago

Shiv Sena leaders in Pune seek FIR against comedian Kunal Kamra for ‘low grade, inappropriate' song

Hindustan Times  

In a recent development, leaders from Shiv Sena's Pune City unit have met Pune Commissioner of Police Amitesh Kumar and filed a complaint against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, alleging that his recent performance included a song deemed "low-grade and inappropriate. Shive Sena leaders met the Pune police commissioner seeking an FIR against Kunal Kamra According to Pramod Bhangire, Shivsena Pune …

Kunal Kamra row: Team Thackeray cites PM Modi's take on criticism, questions Shinde faction's vandalism
6 days, 3 hours ago

Kunal Kamra row: Team Thackeray cites PM Modi's take on criticism, questions Shinde faction's vandalism

Hindustan Times  

'Shiv Sena mouthpiece ‘Saamana’ questioned the extreme response" by supporters of Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde towards Kunal Kamra's stand-up act at a venue in Mumbai, in light of PM Modi's recent comments on criticism being the “soul of democracy,” reported news agency PTI. Shiv Sena supporters took offence to Kunal Kamra's comments during a stand up act about Eknath …

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid ‘traitor’ jibe row: ‘Jhukega nahi’
Top News
6 days, 4 hours ago

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid ‘traitor’ jibe row: ‘Jhukega nahi’

Hindustan Times  

Kunal Kamra got the backing of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday, with the Rajya Sabha MP expressing his support amid the controversy surrounding the comedian’s ‘traitor' jibe against Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. Kunal Kamra got the backing of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday. Sanjay Raut also responded to UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's statement …

Kunal Kamra controversy: Who is Rahool Kanal, Shiv Sena leader booked for studio attack?
6 days, 7 hours ago

Kunal Kamra controversy: Who is Rahool Kanal, Shiv Sena leader booked for studio attack?

Live Mint  

Rahool Kanal was among 20 people booked for allegedly vandalising The Habitat standup comedy set in Mumbai, where comedian Kunal Kamra's controversial show reportedly took place. On Telegram, he says he is a “trustee at Shri Sai Baba Sansthan Trust, Shirdi, Core-Committee member Yuva Sena, Member of Education Committee at BMC President - I❤️Mumbai Foundation.” Kanal, a prominent youth leader, …

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid controversy
6 days, 8 hours ago

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid controversy

Deccan Chronicle  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday expressed his support for stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra amid the controversy surrounding his remarks on Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and stated that the artist would rather die than submit or fear the alleged threats. Those issuing threats will soon find it difficult to continue their path," Raut told the media.Sanjay Raut also …

Kunal Kamra gets over 500 threat calls amid Eknath Shinde joke row, seeks 1 week to appear before Mumbai Police: Report
Top News
6 days, 14 hours ago

Kunal Kamra gets over 500 threat calls amid Eknath Shinde joke row, seeks 1 week to appear before Mumbai Police: Report

Hindustan Times  

Kunal Kamra row: Comedian Kunal Kamra has reportedly been receiving death threats from Shiv Sena workers following his controversial ‘gaddar’ joke, which was allegedly aimed at Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. The controversy erupted after a video of Kunal Kamra's joke went viral, leading to strong reactions from Shiv Sena supporters. Police on Tuesday also said that an FIR …

Kunal Kamra row: Aaditya Thackeray asks govt to exact damages from vandals
6 days, 21 hours ago

Kunal Kamra row: Aaditya Thackeray asks govt to exact damages from vandals

Hindustan Times  

Aaditya Thackeray, Shiv Sena leader and former Maharashtra minister, on Tuesday demanded that those who vandalised the Mumbai studio where comedian Kunal Kamra recorded his controversial show must be forced to pay for damages. Shiv Sena MLA Aaditya Thackeray Kunal Kamra, during his show at the Habitat Comedy Club, made sarcastic comments targeting deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde over his …

Kunal Kamra Row: Shiv Sena Activists Protest Parody Song, Threaten to Blacken Comedian's Face In MP
Top News
6 days, 22 hours ago

Kunal Kamra Row: Shiv Sena Activists Protest Parody Song, Threaten to Blacken Comedian's Face In MP

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing row over comedian Kunal Kamra’s recent stand-up, the Shiv Sena youth wing activists put up a photograph outside the public toilet to protest against his parody song targeting party chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Anurag Sonar, president of the Madhya Pradesh unit of the Shiv Sena's youth wing Yuva Sena, told reporters, "Kamra serves …

'He is a fighter': Sanjay Raut defends Kunal Kamra amid Shinde remark controversy
1 week ago

'He is a fighter': Sanjay Raut defends Kunal Kamra amid Shinde remark controversy

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday said stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra won’t bow down before anyone, after the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena targeted the 36-year-old over his jibe at the Maharashtra Deputy CM in a show filmed in Mumbai. Maharashtra minister of state for Home Yogesh Kadam said, “The DNA of Kamra and Raut could be the same. Asked …

‘Hum Honge Kangaal’: Defiant Kunal Kamra Posts Shiv Sena Vandalism Visuals With Parody Song — Video
1 week ago

‘Hum Honge Kangaal’: Defiant Kunal Kamra Posts Shiv Sena Vandalism Visuals With Parody Song — Video

ABP News  

Comedian Kunal Kamra on Tuesday posted a video featuring visuals of Shiv Sena workers vandalising the Habitat Comedy Club in Khar, Mumbai, where his comedy special was shot. Among those featured in Kamra’s post was Shiv Sena Yuva Sena General Secretary Rahool Kanal, one of the 12 individuals arrested for ransacking the studio. When it comes to elders or respectable …

Kunal Kamra targets Shiv Sena in fresh video amid 'traitor' jab row
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra targets Shiv Sena in fresh video amid 'traitor' jab row

Hindustan Times  

Comedian Kunal Kamra uploaded a new video on Tuesday related to the controversy over his remarks allegedly targeting Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. While performing at the Habitat Studio at the Unicontinental Hotel in Mumbai's Khar area, Kunal Kamra had referred to Eknath Shinde as a “traitor”. Based on a complaint from Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel, the Khar …

BMC resumes demolition of Mumbai's Habitat studio where Kunal Kamra mocked Eknath Shinde
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1 week ago

BMC resumes demolition of Mumbai's Habitat studio where Kunal Kamra mocked Eknath Shinde

Hindustan Times  

Kunal Kamra row: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation workers on Tuesday reportedly resumed the demolition work of an illegal structure at Mumbai's Habitat Studio on Monday, the venue where stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra made controversial remarks on Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. In less than 24 hours after Kunal Kamra’s video, purportedly shot at the venue, showing him taking an alleged …

Kunal Kamra row: ‘Who are they?’ Kangana Ranaut reacts to comedian’s ‘traitor’ jibe at Eknath Shinde
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra row: ‘Who are they?’ Kangana Ranaut reacts to comedian’s ‘traitor’ jibe at Eknath Shinde

Live Mint  

Bharatiya Janata Party MP and actor Kangana Ranaut on Tuesday lashed out at comedian Kunal Kamra over his ‘traitor’ joke aimed at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. 'Demolition at Mumbai venue legal' Defending the demolition inside the premises of the comedy club where Kamra's show was filmed, Ranaut said it was done legally. The actor also said it was …

Kangana Ranaut Drops '2-Minute Fame' Comment On Kunal Kamra Row
1 week ago

Kangana Ranaut Drops '2-Minute Fame' Comment On Kunal Kamra Row

ABP News  

Disgracing anyone in the name of comedy is in bad taste, actor and MP Kangana Ranaut said on Tuesday as she weighed in on the ongoing controversy over comic Kunal Kamra's remarks on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's political career. On Monday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis commented on the row, saying Kamra should apologise for his "low level …

‘Ye koi chai hai?’ What did Kunal Kamra say in his tea-seller joke? Netizens try to guess whom it’s about
1 week ago

‘Ye koi chai hai?’ What did Kunal Kamra say in his tea-seller joke? Netizens try to guess whom it’s about

Live Mint  

Kunal Kamra has stirred another controversy with his apparent dig at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. However, in the same comedy special called “Naya Bharat”, he cracked jokes on many other topics like Anant Ambani’s wedding, Ola Electric, and men’s rights activism. Kamra starts by painting a romanticised picture of 1970s India, the kind of nostalgic fantasy many people …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Viral Audio Clip Sparks Debate Over Threats Amid Political Row
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Viral Audio Clip Sparks Debate Over Threats Amid Political Row

ABP News  

The controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra has taken a new turn with an alleged audio clip going viral. Congress leader Supriya Shrinate shared the clip, which reportedly features a Shiv Sena leader issuing threats to Kamra. However, ABP News has not verified the authenticity of the clip.The uproar began after Kamra released a satirical video indirectly mocking Maharashtra Deputy CM …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Comedian Summoned at 11 AM Amid Rising Tensions Over Viral Video
Top News
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Comedian Summoned at 11 AM Amid Rising Tensions Over Viral Video

ABP News  

The controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra has escalated after his latest video went viral. In the video, Kamra indirectly mocked Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, which sparked outrage among Shiv Sena supporters. Enraged party workers stormed and vandalized a studio where Kamra allegedly filmed the video, demanding an apology from him.In response, Kunal Kamra issued a four-page statement on social …

Hansal Mehta supports Kunal Kamra, recalls being assaulted by Shiv Sena workers himself: 'They blackened my face'
Top News
1 week ago

Hansal Mehta supports Kunal Kamra, recalls being assaulted by Shiv Sena workers himself: 'They blackened my face'

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta recalled his own ordeal over two decades ago as he extended his support to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra amid a row. Hansal Mehta talks about Kunal Kamra amid ongoing row. Hansal supports Kunal Kamra He said, "What happened with Kamra is, sadly, not new to Maharashtra. What did Kunal Kamra say Kunal has released a statement on …

Amid row over remarks, Mumbai Police summons Kunal Kamra
1 week ago

Amid row over remarks, Mumbai Police summons Kunal Kamra

Deccan Chronicle  

The Mumbai Police have issued a notice to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra in connection with a case for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, officials said on Tuesday.Kamra has been asked to appear before the Khar police here in connection with the case registered against him, an official said. "We have issued an initial notice …

Kunal Kamra says he won't apologise for Shinde jibe
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra says he won't apologise for Shinde jibe

Deccan Chronicle  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has said he will not apologise for his controversial comments about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and criticized the vandalism of the venue in Mumbai where the comedy show was recorded.The 36-year-old comedian has kicked up a major political storm in Maharashtra for taking a jibe at Shinde's political career in his show by modifying …

What’s Habitat, Mumbai studio now shut down after Kunal Kamra’s controversial show?
1 week ago

What’s Habitat, Mumbai studio now shut down after Kunal Kamra’s controversial show?

Firstpost  

The Habitat, is currently in the centre of a storm because stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra’s latest show in which he allegedly made derogatory remarks about Eknath Shinde, was filmed at this Mumbai venue. PTI/X A major controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra dubbed state Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde a “traitor” during his “Naya Bharat” performance …

Kunal Kamra summoned by Mumbai Police over Eknath Shinde remarks
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra summoned by Mumbai Police over Eknath Shinde remarks

Live Mint  

Comedian Kunal Kamra is summoned by Mumbai police regarding remarks made about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra received criticism for calling Eknath Shinde a "traitor" during his performance of ‘Naya Bharat’ in Mumbai's Habitat studio. The Mumbai Police have arrested 12 people so far, including Shiv Sena leader Rahul Kanal, in connection with the vandalism. Habitat Comedy Club's …

’They vandalised it, physically assaulted me’: Director Hansal Mehta recalls public shame experience amid Kunal Kamra controversy
1 week ago

’They vandalised it, physically assaulted me’: Director Hansal Mehta recalls public shame experience amid Kunal Kamra controversy

Live Mint  

Mumbai, March 25 : Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has voiced his support for stand-up artiste Kunal Kamra amid a massive controversy that erupted after he allegedly passed disparaging remarks on the Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in his latest standup act. He further claimed that at least "20 political figures arrived at full strength" at the venue to shame him publicly …

Kunal Kamra Summoned By Mumbai Police Over Shinde Remark Row
Top News
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra Summoned By Mumbai Police Over Shinde Remark Row

ABP News  

Comedian Kunal Kamra has been summoned by the Mumbai police over the Eknath Shinde remark row. A row erupted after the comedian took dig at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ekanth Shinde for switching sides with Bharatiya Janata Party during one of his recent shows. The Shinde Sena party workers protested and ransacked the Mumbai venue where the performance took place, …

FIR against Kamra, Sena workers
1 week ago

FIR against Kamra, Sena workers

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Comedian Kunal Kamra, who kicked up a row on Sunday by sharing a song that referred to Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, without naming him, as a turncoat and traitor, has been booked for criminal intimidation and defamation. The FIR against Kamra was registered at the MIDC police station in Andheri on Sunday night, based on a complaint by …

Kunal Kamra row: Stand-up comedian says, ‘will not apologise’, Maharashtra CM calls act ‘low-level comedy’
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra row: Stand-up comedian says, ‘will not apologise’, Maharashtra CM calls act ‘low-level comedy’

Live Mint  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra stated on Monday that he would not apologise for his controversial remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, which spurred backlash and vandalism by Shiv Sena activists in Mumbai. Union Minister Ramdas Athawale slammed Kunal Kamra for his remarks on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and said that he should call Uddhav Thackeray a …

Sena factions set for showdown over Kamra’s event in Pune
1 week ago

Sena factions set for showdown over Kamra’s event in Pune

Hindustan Times  

PUNE: The rivalry between the two Shiv Senas may escalate after Shiv Sena has proposed stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra’s event in Pune. While the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray-led Shiv Sena has announced plans to host his show and ensure security, the Eknath Shinde-led faction has threatened to disrupt the event. Sena factions set for showdown over Kunal Kamra’s event in Pune. …

BMC demolishes illegal structure at The Habitat
1 week ago

BMC demolishes illegal structure at The Habitat

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: In less than 24 hours after stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra’s video, purportedly shot at Unicontinental, The Habitat, in Khar, showing him taking an alleged dig at deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde was shared on social media, which led to Shiv Sainiks ransacking the studio and furore among the ruling Mahayuti players, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation swung into action and …

Shiv Sena's Rahool Kanal hits back at Kunal Kamra, says try to be funny next time
1 week ago

Shiv Sena's Rahool Kanal hits back at Kunal Kamra, says try to be funny next time

India Today  

Hours after comedian Kunal Kamra's response defending his "traitor" jab at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena worker Rahool Kanal hit back, stating that freedom of speech does not mean talking "crap about a leader on a constitutional post." Taking a jibe at Kamra, the Shiv Sena sarcastically advised him to "try to be funny next time." He …

Kunal Kamra's stampede site as venue plan after rampage: Needs speedy demolition
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra's stampede site as venue plan after rampage: Needs speedy demolition

India Today  

Comedian Kunal Kamra has said he would not apologise for his "traitor" jab at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and slammed the "senseless" vandalism at the venue by Shiv Sena workers where his show was held. The comedian, who has had several run-ins with the BJP-led Centre, indicated that for his next show, he would opt for "Elphinstone Bridge, …

Kunal Kamra takes on Shiv Sena with new song after Mumbai studio vandalism
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra takes on Shiv Sena with new song after Mumbai studio vandalism

India Today  

Under-fire stand-up comic Kunal Kamra on Tuesday shared a new video to slam Shiv Sena workers for vandalising Mumbai's The Habitat comedy club where he had performed earlier and where his jokes about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde sparked a huge row. In the new video, Kunal Kamra sings 'Hum Honge Kangal' - a modified version of the tune …

Action causes reaction: Eknath Shinde on Sena's rampage over Kunal Kamra joke
1 week ago

Action causes reaction: Eknath Shinde on Sena's rampage over Kunal Kamra joke

India Today  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde on Tuesday broke his silence on the political firestorm over stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's 'gaddar' joke, asserting that "we understand satire, but there should be a limit". The Deputy Chief Minister also appeared to justify the vandalism of the Mumbai studio by Shiv Sena workers, saying, "action causes reaction". Eknath …

Kunal Kamra seeks week's time to appear before police in Eknath Shinde joke row
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra seeks week's time to appear before police in Eknath Shinde joke row

India Today  

Comedian Kunal Kamra has sought a week's time to appear before police after he was issued a summons on Tuesday over his controversial comments about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra, who referred to Shinde as a "traitor" in a Bollywood parody song at an event, has been asked to appear before the investigating officer at 11 am. Kamra, …

Kunal Kamra refuses to apologise for his remarks on Eknath Shinde
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra refuses to apologise for his remarks on Eknath Shinde

The Hindu  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, who is in the eye of the storm over a joke he made on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has said that he doesn’t fear “this mob” and that he won’t apologise for his comments. While the State Government has sought an apology from him, Mr. Kamra, in a statement issued late on Monday night, …

Kunal Kamra's first reaction on Shinde row: ‘Not against law to poke fun at leaders’
1 week ago

Kunal Kamra's first reaction on Shinde row: ‘Not against law to poke fun at leaders’

Hindustan Times  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra responded to the controversy over his ‘traitor’ remark about Maharashtra deputy chief minister and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde on Monday night, asserting that freedom of expression should not be limited to praising the powerful. Attacking a venue for a comedian's words is as senseless as overturning a lorry carrying tomatoes, because you didn't like the …

'Attacking A Venue For Comedian's Words...': Kunal Kamra After Habitat Studio Shuts Down Following Vandalism
1 week ago

'Attacking A Venue For Comedian's Words...': Kunal Kamra After Habitat Studio Shuts Down Following Vandalism

ABP News  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Monday refused to apologise after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis sought a retraction for his remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Neither does any political party.” He likened the attack to “overturning a lorry carrying tomatoes because you didn’t like the butter chicken you were served.” Kamra also addressed political leaders looking to 'teach …

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