Kunal Kamra's jokes on Eknath Shinde spark row, Sena workers vandalise venue
6 days, 8 hours ago

Kunal Kamra's jokes on Eknath Shinde spark row, Sena workers vandalise venue

India Today  

Comedian Kunal Kamra's jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for switching sides, made during a recent stand-up show, has sparked massive controversy, with Shiv Sena targeting him through threats and a police complaint. Calling it a "conspiracy to malign Shinde", the Shiv Sena has lodged a police complaint against Kamra, Shiv Sena leaders Sanjay Raut and Aaditya Thackeray, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The complaint filed by Shiv Sena leader Rahul Kanal called it a "pre-planned criminal conspiracy and a systematic paid campaign to malign the reputation, image, and goodwill" of Shinde. Joining the row, senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam, said "We will thrash Kunal Kamra tomorrow at 11 o'clock".

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Shiv Sena-UBT demands Kangana Ranaut-like ‘special protection’ for Kunal Kamra as comedian faces more cases
5 hours, 25 minutes 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
7 hours, 40 minutes 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 …

Three Cases Filed Against Kunal Kamra Over Remarks on Eknath Shinde
1 day, 1 hour ago

Three Cases Filed Against Kunal Kamra Over Remarks on Eknath Shinde

Deccan Chronicle  

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra is facing legal trouble after three separate cases were filed against him over his alleged controversial remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The controversy erupted after Kamra, known for his outspoken and often provocative humor, made remarks regarding Eknath Shinde during one of his comedy shows. The complaint filed by the Mayor of Jalgaon …

Eknath Shinde joke row: Trouble mounts for comedian Kunal Kamra, 3 more cases filed against him in Mumbai
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1 day, 1 hour 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’
1 day, 3 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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1 day, 20 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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2 days, 2 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 …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Maharashtra council admits breach of privilege notice against comedian
2 days, 5 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. …

Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor', remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav
2 days, 22 hours ago

Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor', remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday said the Maharashtra government summoned comedian Kunal Kamra for insulting a “traitor”, but took no action against actor Rahul Solapurkar over his ‘insult’ of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. "You summon Kunal Kamra twice for insulting a traitor, but do not summon Rahul Solapurkar even once," Mr. Thackeray said. Mr. Kamra, whose parody song targeting …

Mumbai Police orders Kunal Kamra to appear on March 31 over Eknath Shinde remarks, denies extension on ‘threat to life’
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3 days, 2 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 …

Mumbai Police Issue Second Notice to Kunal Kamra in Defamation Case
3 days, 4 hours ago

Mumbai Police Issue Second Notice to Kunal Kamra in Defamation Case

Deccan Chronicle  

The case was registered at Khar Police Station based on a complaint by Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel. While the specific date for Kamra’s appearance was not disclosed, officials confirmed that he had requested one week to respond to the initial notice issued on Tuesday. The complaint stems from a recent satirical comedy performance in Mumbai, where Kamra allegedly mocked …

Mainstream media are vultures, miscommunication arm of rulers: Kamra ; Maha minister wants to give comedian 'prasad'
3 days, 8 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
3 days, 8 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 …

Kunal Kamra criticises T-Series after visibility of ‘Naya Bharat’ video blocked on YouTube
3 days, 13 hours ago

Kunal Kamra criticises T-Series after visibility of ‘Naya Bharat’ video blocked on YouTube

The Hindu  

Comedian Kunal Kamra on Wednesday criticised Bollywood studio T-Series, alleging that his stand-up special “Naya Bharat”, which has kicked up a huge controversy over jokes targeting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, was flagged for copyright violations on YouTube. Mr. Kamra shared a screenshot from YouTube on X, which showed “Naya Bharat”, his new video, has been blocked due to …

Shiv Sena (UBT) says BJP silent on Kunal Kamra's open attack on PM Narendra Modi
3 days, 16 hours ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) says BJP silent on Kunal Kamra's open attack on PM Narendra Modi

Hindustan Times  

Shiv Sena leader Ambadas Danve on Wednesday said the BJP remained silent on comedian Kunal Kamra's direct jibes at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but reacted strongly to his parody song that did not mention Eknath Shinde by name. "Kunal Kamra directly criticised Prime Minister Modi in his show, and the BJP took no offence. Deputy Chief Minister Shinde's supporters on …

Kunal Kamra row: Breach of privilege notice issued against comedian, Sena UBT's Sushma Andhare
Top News
3 days, 19 hours ago

Kunal Kamra row: Breach of privilege notice issued against comedian, Sena UBT's Sushma Andhare

Hindustan Times  

A breach of privilege notice was moved against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra in the Maharashtra legislative council on Wednesday over his parody song targeting deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena spokesperson have been issued a breach of privilege notice BJP legislator Pravin Darekar moved the notice against the comedian as well as Shiv Sena spokesperson Sushma …

Shiv Sena leaders in Pune seek FIR against comedian Kunal Kamra for ‘low grade, inappropriate' song
3 days, 19 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
3 days, 20 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
3 days, 21 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 …

Hansal Mehta lauds ‘brave’ Kunal Kamra over decision to not apologise for Shinde remark, calls Indians ‘hyper sensitive’
3 days, 22 hours ago

Hansal Mehta lauds ‘brave’ Kunal Kamra over decision to not apologise for Shinde remark, calls Indians ‘hyper sensitive’

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has lauded comedian Kunal Kamra's decision to not apologise for his remark on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, which led to a massive row. Hansal stands by Kunal's decision to not apologise When asked about his opinion on Kunal Kamra denying an apology, Hansal said, "It’s very brave of him to say so. Ranveer Allahbadia and …

Kunal Kamra targets Nirmala Sitharaman amid ‘traitor’ jibe row
Top News
3 days, 23 hours ago

Kunal Kamra targets Nirmala Sitharaman amid ‘traitor’ jibe row

Hindustan Times  

Comedian Kunal Kamra took to social media on Wednesday to repost the video of his parody song targeting union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This comes amid backlash for another parody song that he performed in his Mumbai show, referring to Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde as a “gaddar". Kamra is facing police cases for his ‘traitor’ jibe at Shinde, …

Kunal Kamra Drops New Song From Sridevi's Blockbuster To Mock 'Mehangai'
3 days, 23 hours ago

Kunal Kamra Drops New Song From Sridevi's Blockbuster To Mock 'Mehangai'

ABP News  

Comedian Kunal Kamra, who is under fire for her "traitor" remarks against Maharashta Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, has posted a new song mocking inflation and the condition of roads in the country. Kamra said for his next show, he would perhaps opt for "Elphinstone bridge, or any other structure in Mumbai" in need of speedy demolition. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra …

Kunal Kamra row: Setback for comedian in ‘traitor’ joke case, Mumbai Police to issue second summon today
Top News
4 days ago

Kunal Kamra row: Setback for comedian in ‘traitor’ joke case, Mumbai Police to issue second summon today

Hindustan Times  

The Mumbai Police are expected to issue a second summon on Wednesday to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, asking for his appearance before an investigating officer in connection with a case registered against him for a controversial "gaddar" joke allegedly aimed at Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. This comes after the Mumbai Police rejected Kunal Kamra's request, submitted through his …

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

Kunal Kamra row: Mumbai Police refuses to comment on reports that comedian’s plea for time to join investigation denied
4 days ago

Kunal Kamra row: Mumbai Police refuses to comment on reports that comedian’s plea for time to join investigation denied

The Hindu  

The Mumbai Police on Wednesday refused to comment on reports that it had rejected Kunal Kamra’s appeal seeking an extension for appearing before the police. Mr. Kamra was summoned by the Mumbai Police on Tuesday after taking a jibe at Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during one of his shows. On Sunday, Shiv Sena members damaged the Habitat Comedy …

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's picture put outside a public toilet to protest against his controversial joke
4 days ago

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's picture put outside a public toilet to protest against his controversial joke

Firstpost  

The protest was held outside a public toilet in Bengali Square where Sena activists shouted slogans against the 36-year-old comic who has stood his ground and refused to apologise following the controversy Shiv Sena youth wing activists on Tuesday put up a photograph of stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra outside a public toilet here to protest against his parody song targeting …

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid controversy
4 days 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 row: Hansal Mehta responds to Kangana Ranaut’s jibe, says ‘Get well soon’
Top News
4 days, 1 hour ago

Kunal Kamra row: Hansal Mehta responds to Kangana Ranaut’s jibe, says ‘Get well soon’

The Hindu  

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Bharatiya Janata Party MP and actor Kangana Ranaut found themselves in a social media confrontation after a discussion over comedian Kunal Kamra's recent controversy led to comparisons with Kangana's past ordeal. While Mehta condemned the attack on Kamra's freedom of speech, a social media user questioned why he hadn't shown similar support when Kangana's Mumbai home …

‘This kind of comedy cannot happen in Maharashtra’: MoS Yogesh Kadam on Kunal Kamra row
4 days, 2 hours ago

‘This kind of comedy cannot happen in Maharashtra’: MoS Yogesh Kadam on Kunal Kamra row

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Ramdas Kadam, on Wednesday lashed out at stand-up artist Kunal Kamra amid his controversial remarks and stated that action will be taken against him as per the law. MoS Yogesh Kadam slammed comic Kunal Kamra over his alleged joke on Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde. CM Fadnavis has taken a strong stand on …

Amid Kunal Kamra row, Shiv Sena MP demands ban on comedy platforms promoting hate speech, creating tension
4 days, 5 hours ago

Amid Kunal Kamra row, Shiv Sena MP demands ban on comedy platforms promoting hate speech, creating tension

The Hindu  

Amid a raging controversy over comic Kunal Kamra's remarks on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena member Dhairyasheel Mane on Tuesday demanded in the Lok Sabha that stand-up comedy platforms that promote hate speech and create tension in society should be banned. Without taking the name of Mr. Kamra, he said in the last two days, people would …

Kunal Kamra gets over 500 threat calls amid Eknath Shinde joke row, seeks 1 week to appear before Mumbai Police: Report
Top News
4 days, 6 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 summoned again in joke row, cops reject request for more time
4 days, 8 hours ago

Kunal Kamra summoned again in joke row, cops reject request for more time

India Today  

The Khar Police Station in Mumbai has issued a second summons to comedian Kunal Kamra in connection with his controversial remarks at Mumbai's Habitat Centre last week and has asked him to appear for questioning. Earlier, the Mumbai Police had summoned the comedian and asked him to appear on Tuesday at 11 am, days after his ‘traitor’ jibe at Maharashtra …

Kunal Kamra row: Aaditya Thackeray asks govt to exact damages from vandals
4 days, 13 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 …

Eknath Shinde joke row: Kunal Kamra fails to appear before police, seeks more time
4 days, 14 hours ago

Eknath Shinde joke row: Kunal Kamra fails to appear before police, seeks more time

Hindustan Times  

Kunal Kamra has asked for 7 days to appear before the investigating officer in connection with the cases filed against him over his ‘traitor’ jibe on Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. Opposition backs Kunal Kamra amid Eknath Shinde joke row While Kunal Kamra had been facing attacks from Shiv Sena leaders and their allies, including Uttar Pradesh chief minister …

Kunal Kamra Row: Shiv Sena Activists Protest Parody Song, Threaten to Blacken Comedian's Face In MP
Top News
4 days, 14 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 …

'Kunal Kamra Is Fighter, We Share Same DNA': Sanjay Raut Says, BJP Minister Takes Swipe
4 days, 16 hours ago

'Kunal Kamra Is Fighter, We Share Same DNA': Sanjay Raut Says, BJP Minister Takes Swipe

ABP News  

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday reacted to the ongoing row over Kunal Kamra saying that the comedian won't bow down before anyone. Calling Kunal Kamra a fighter, Raut said he and the comedian share the same DNA. Responding to Raut's remarks, Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam said, "The DNA of Kamra and Raut could be …

'He is a fighter': Sanjay Raut defends Kunal Kamra amid Shinde remark controversy
4 days, 17 hours 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
4 days, 20 hours 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 …

Watch: Kunal Kamra takes on trolls, releases parody music video on vandalism amid controversy, ‘Hum honge kangaal…’
4 days, 21 hours ago

Watch: Kunal Kamra takes on trolls, releases parody music video on vandalism amid controversy, ‘Hum honge kangaal…’

Live Mint  

Amid controversy, standup comedian Kunal Kamra has released a satirical music video on the recent vandalism at The Habitat after his “traitor” comment on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kunal Kamra earlier criticised the demolition of the Habitat Comedy Club, where his controversial performance took place. Meanwhile, Kamra has firmly stated he will not apologise for calling Maharashtra Deputy …

Kunal Kamra targets Shiv Sena in fresh video amid 'traitor' jab row
4 days, 22 hours 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 …

Netflix's 'Scoop' director Hansal Mehta on the Kunal Kamra row: '25 years ago, they physically assaulted me, blackened my face and...'
4 days, 23 hours ago

Netflix's 'Scoop' director Hansal Mehta on the Kunal Kamra row: '25 years ago, they physically assaulted me, blackened my face and...'

Firstpost  

In a long statement, the filmmaker said, “What happened with Kamra is, sadly, not new to Maharashtra. I’ve lived through it myself.” Netflix’s ‘Scoop’ director Hansal Mehta has also commented on the comedian Kunal Kamra row. They vandalised it, physically assaulted me, blackened my face, and forced me to apologise publicly – by falling at the feet of an elderly …

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

Kangana Ranaut on Kunal Kamra joke row: ‘In the name of comedy you are disregarding someone’s work'
5 days, 1 hour ago

Kangana Ranaut on Kunal Kamra joke row: ‘In the name of comedy you are disregarding someone’s work'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Kangana Ranaut has spoken out regarding the controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra, who recently faced backlash for his joke about Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde. Kangana Ranaut has reacted on Kunal Kamra's recent controversial joke targeting Eknath Shinde Addressing the matter, Kangana told ANI: "To dishonour anyone is not right. Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condemned Kunal’s remarks, …

‘Ye koi chai hai?’ What did Kunal Kamra say in his tea-seller joke? Netizens try to guess whom it’s about
5 days, 1 hour 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
5 days, 1 hour 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 …

'Action Causes Reaction': Shinde's First Comments After Kunal Kamara Calls Him 'Traitor'
5 days, 2 hours ago

'Action Causes Reaction': Shinde's First Comments After Kunal Kamara Calls Him 'Traitor'

ABP News  

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde compared comedian Kunal Kamra’s remarks to taking a “supari” to criticise someone, warning that a lack of decorum in political jibes provokes backlash. "Freedom of speech is there, but there should be a limit," Shinde said Monday, reacting to Kamra’s comments. Kamra, who parodied a popular Hindi song from the film Dil Toh Pagal …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Warning Issued Over Ajit Pawar’s Name Amid Political Tensions
5 days, 2 hours ago

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Warning Issued Over Ajit Pawar’s Name Amid Political Tensions

ABP News  

The controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra has intensified after his viral video allegedly mocking Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Shiv Sena supporters, angered by his remarks, vandalized a studio where Kamra had reportedly filmed the video, demanding an apology. However, Kamra refused to apologize, stating that he had only repeated what NCP leader Ajit Pawar had earlier said about Shinde.Now, …

'I will not apologize,' says comedian Kunal Kamra on his controversial comments on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
5 days, 2 hours ago

'I will not apologize,' says comedian Kunal Kamra on his controversial comments on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde

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Clips from his comedy show and the political row it sparked dominated headlines on Monday with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis saying Kamra should apologise for his ’low level comedy' Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has said he will not apologise for his controversial comments about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and criticised the vandalism of the venue in Mumbai …

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

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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 …

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