Sena worker's 'only trailer' warning to Kunal Kamra after vandalism in joke row
1 week, 3 days ago

Sena worker's 'only trailer' warning to Kunal Kamra after vandalism in joke row

India Today  

Shiv Sena worker Rahool Kanal has openly threatened stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra after his party workers vandalised a Mumbai studio and a hotel amid a controversy over the latter's joke on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. In extension to his threat to Kamra, the Shiv Sena worker said the comedian would be taught a "good lesson" in "Shiv Sena style" whenever he is in Mumbai next. Kunal Kamra's joke wherein he termed Shinde a "traitor" for splitting the Shiv Sena and aligning with the BJP has ignited a political fire in Maharashtra. With the video going viral on social media, Sena workers got riled up and ransacked Mumbai's Habitat Studio and a hotel, where the show was recorded.

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Kunal Kamra case: After cutting short vacation, banker told not to go to Khar police station for questioning
13 hours, 47 minutes ago

Kunal Kamra case: After cutting short vacation, banker told not to go to Khar police station for questioning

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Khar police have denied summoning audience members who attended comedian Kunal Kamra’s controversial stand-up special in February for questioning after reports surfaced that a Kharghar-based man was forced to cut short his vacation to Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Kunal Kamra case: After cutting short vacation, banker told not to go to Khar police station for questioning Hours after …

Ministers threaten Kunal Kamra over remarks on Eknath Shinde, alleges Sanjay Raut
2 days, 22 hours ago

Ministers threaten Kunal Kamra over remarks on Eknath Shinde, alleges Sanjay Raut

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Monday accused Maharashtra Cabinet Ministers of issuing violent threats against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra over his controversial remarks about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Mr. Raut claimed that “Ministers in the State Cabinet are openly threatening Kunal Kamra, demanding that he be ‘shot and hanged immediately.’ Despite such lawlessness, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remains …

Kamra will receive Shiv Sena-style welcome when he comes to Mumbai, says party functionary
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3 days, 2 hours ago

Kamra will receive Shiv Sena-style welcome when he comes to Mumbai, says party functionary

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Shiv Sena functionary Rahool Kanal on Monday said comedian Kunal Kamra, who kicked up a political row for taking a jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, will be welcomed in "Shiv Sena-style" when he comes to Mumbai, where he has been summoned by the police in a case registered against him. Kamra will receive Shiv Sena-style welcome …

Yuva Shiv Sena general secretary threatens Kunal Kamra, says comedian will be welcomed ‘Shiv Sena style’ in Mumbai
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3 days, 4 hours ago

Yuva Shiv Sena general secretary threatens Kunal Kamra, says comedian will be welcomed ‘Shiv Sena style’ in Mumbai

The Hindu  

The ongoing controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra deepened as political leaders from both factions of the Shiv Sena traded sharp remarks about his recent satirical comments on Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. It’s not a threat, but Mumbai has a culture of ‘Atithi Devo Bhava.’ He considers himself a guest here; he should follow the law.” Earlier in the …

‘Shiv Sena-style swagat hoga’: Rahool Kanal to Kunal Kamra on Madras high court order, says ‘not a threat’
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3 days, 7 hours ago

‘Shiv Sena-style swagat hoga’: Rahool Kanal to Kunal Kamra on Madras high court order, says ‘not a threat’

Hindustan Times  

Rahool Kanal of the Shiv Sena’s Yuva Sena on Monday said the party would welcome stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra in "good Shiv Sena style” whenever he enters Maharashtra. Rahool Kanal, who was earlier arrested and granted bail along with 11 other Sena workers for vandalising Mumbai's Habitat studio where Kunal Kamra allegedly made a joke about Maharashtra deputy chief minister …

Prashant Kishor backs 'friend' Kunal Kamra in joke row: No ulterior motive
3 days, 16 hours ago

Prashant Kishor backs 'friend' Kunal Kamra in joke row: No ulterior motive

India Today  

Jan Suraaj chief and former poll strategist Prashant Kishor has come out in support of Kunal Kamra amid the ongoing controversy over his 'gaddaar' jibe at Eknath Shinde, saying that the stand-up comedian "does not have any political ambitions or ulterior motives". The controversy erupted last week when Kamra, 36, made caustic remarks about Eknath Shinde during a performance at …

Mumbai Diary | A whole new Pawar play in Maharashtra
3 days, 16 hours ago

Mumbai Diary | A whole new Pawar play in Maharashtra

New Indian Express  

Several MLAs from the Sharad Pawar-led NCP-SP — mostly from Solapur district — are reportedly being lured by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to cross over to the NCP in exchange for development funds for their respective constituencies. Gorhe’s Mercedes claim comes back to bite her Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairman and Shiv Sena MLC Neelam Gorhe caused a row …

Kunal Kamra to be ‘welcomed Shiv Sena-style,’ says Rahool Kanal as controversy escalates
3 days, 16 hours ago

Kunal Kamra to be ‘welcomed Shiv Sena-style,’ says Rahool Kanal as controversy escalates

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: The ongoing controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra deepened as political leaders from both factions of the Shiv Sena traded sharp remarks about his recent satirical comments on Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Speaking to ANI, Rahool Kanal, General Secretary of the Shiv Sena Yuva Sena, said, "Following the procedure of law, Yuva Sena members come to the police …

Mumbai Police reach Kunal Kamra’s residence over controversial joke on Eknath Shinde
3 days, 16 hours ago

Mumbai Police reach Kunal Kamra’s residence over controversial joke on Eknath Shinde

New Indian Express  

A team of Mumbai Police arrived at comedian Kunal Kamra’s residence on Monday in connection with a case related to his controversial joke allegedly aimed at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, ANI reported. Kamra was summoned for questioning at the Khar police station in connection with his controversial jokes at Mumbai's Habitat Centre, but failed to appear. The Khar …

Shiv Sena-UBT demands Kangana Ranaut-like ‘special protection’ for Kunal Kamra as comedian faces more cases
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4 days, 13 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 …

Kunal Kamra controversy row: More trouble for Kamra as three cases filed against him in Mumbai
5 days, 4 hours ago

Kunal Kamra controversy row: More trouble for Kamra as three cases filed against him in Mumbai

The Hindu  

Three more FIRs have been filed in Maharashtra against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra over his alleged derogatory remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. He got ₹4 cr., says Sena Shiv Sena spokesperson Sanjay Nirupam alleged that Mr. Kamra’s satirical songs were part of an “international conspiracy” to defame India. ‘Is he a terrorist?’ Speaking to journalists at a press …

Three more cases filed against comedian Kunal Kamra
5 days, 6 hours ago

Three more cases filed against comedian Kunal Kamra

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Three more cases were registered against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Saturday in connection with a controversial joke allegedly aimed at Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, police said. Kamra’s parody song did not directly identify anyone but offended the workers of Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction. Of the new cases registered on Saturday, one was based on a …

UBT Sena's Sanjay Raut demands special protection for Kunal Kamra
5 days, 7 hours ago

UBT Sena's Sanjay Raut demands special protection for Kunal Kamra

Op India  

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut demanded special protection for satirist Kunal Kamra on Saturday, after three more cases were filed against him at Khar police station for his alleged controversial remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Sanjay Raut said that just like Bharatiya Janata Party MP Kangana Ranaut was given protection following her “rift” with Shiv Sena, Kamra …

Hansal Mehta recalls turning to alcohol after Shiv Sena made him apologise in front of 10,000 people: I was very broken
5 days, 8 hours ago

Hansal Mehta recalls turning to alcohol after Shiv Sena made him apologise in front of 10,000 people: I was very broken

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta recently came out in support of Kunal Kamra after the comedian became embroiled in controversy over his remark about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Hansal Mehta recalls being publically humiliated by Shiv Sena. Hansal Mehta recalls finding comfort in alcohol Hansal recounted finding solace in alcohol after the traumatic incident, saying, “Now, these things have names …

Three Cases Filed Against Kunal Kamra Over Remarks on Eknath Shinde
5 days, 9 hours 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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5 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’
5 days, 11 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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6 days, 4 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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6 days, 10 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
6 days, 11 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 …

‘I know Kunal Kamra…’: Why Rahool Kanal, 11 other Sena workers vandalised Mumbai's Habitat studio
6 days, 11 hours ago

‘I know Kunal Kamra…’: Why Rahool Kanal, 11 other Sena workers vandalised Mumbai's Habitat studio

Hindustan Times  

Kunal Kamra row: Rahool Kanal of the Shiv Sena Yuva Sena, arrested for vandalising Mumbai's Habitat studio following comedian Kunal Kamra's controversial joke about the Maharashtra deputy chief minister, claimed that the Sena workers did not intend to attack the venue and acted “in the heat of the moment.” Shiv Sena leader Rahool Kanal being produced in court after Shiv …

Kunal Kamra Controversy: Maharashtra council admits breach of privilege notice against comedian
6 days, 13 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. …

Joke row: Kunal Kamra gets interim pre-arrest bail, claims he got 500 threat calls
6 days, 16 hours ago

Joke row: Kunal Kamra gets interim pre-arrest bail, claims he got 500 threat calls

India Today  

The Madras High Court on Friday granted pre-arrest bail till April 7 to comedian Kunal Kamra in connection with a case registered against him in Mumbai over controversial remarks about Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde. The order came after Kamra's counsel claimed that the comedian received nearly 500 threatening calls after he, without taking Shinde's name, referred to him as …

Kunal Kamra files pre-arrest bail plea amid row over Eknath Shinde 'traitor' joke
6 days, 16 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 …

'Traitor' song targeting Shinde: Kunal Kamra moves Madras High Court seeking protection from arrest
6 days, 16 hours ago

'Traitor' song targeting Shinde: Kunal Kamra moves Madras High Court seeking protection from arrest

New Indian Express  

Kunal Kamra, who has been summoned by the Khar police in Mumbai for questioning over his remarks against Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, has moved the Madras High Court for transit anticipatory bail. He has sought protection against his arrest for his "traitor" remarks against Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde during a show recently. A case has been …

‘300 screenshots of payments’: Shiv Sena leader claims Kunal Kamra gets ‘terror-funding’ — ‘Khalistan money coming’
1 week ago

‘300 screenshots of payments’: Shiv Sena leader claims Kunal Kamra gets ‘terror-funding’ — ‘Khalistan money coming’

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena Yuva Sena's General Secretary Rahool Kanal, who was one of the 20 people to vandalise The Habitat standup comedy set in Mumbai where Kunal kamra performed, has now claimed that the comedian was being paid for content against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and others. In a long post on X, Rahool Kanal …

Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor', remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav
1 week 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’
Top News
1 week 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
1 week 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 …

Shinde raises the stakes with Kamra attack, leaves Sena UBT wounded
1 week ago

Shinde raises the stakes with Kamra attack, leaves Sena UBT wounded

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: One of the little-known facts about Maharashtra’s poker-faced deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde is that he has a great sense of humour and is always up for a good joke. As for his partymen vandalising the Mumbai venue where satirist Kunal Kamra shot his latest video lampooning a whole lot of worthies, including him, Shinde told the BBC: “I …

Mainstream media are vultures, miscommunication arm of rulers: Kamra ; Maha minister wants to give comedian 'prasad'
1 week 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
1 week 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 (UBT) says BJP silent on Kunal Kamra's open attack on PM Narendra Modi
1 week, 1 day 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 Not In Contact With Us, Satirical Comments To Be Probed: Mumbai Police
1 week, 1 day ago

Kunal Kamra Not In Contact With Us, Satirical Comments To Be Probed: Mumbai Police

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing row over the stand-up comedy by Kunal Kamra, Mumbai Police said on Wednesday that he has not come in contact with the cops yet. According to news agency ANI, the police is probing instances of satire by Kamra on other individuals, made before the Deputy CM Eknath Shinde instance. Mumbai Police say, "We are investigating instances of …

‘People have given verdict’: Eknath Shinde on ‘traitor’ jibe amid Kunal Kamra row
1 week, 1 day ago

‘People have given verdict’: Eknath Shinde on ‘traitor’ jibe amid Kunal Kamra row

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde said on Wednesday that the people of the state have already given the verdict on who the ‘real gaddaar’ is. This comes amid the row over comedian Kunal Kamra’s ‘gaddaar’ jibe on Shinde in his Mumbai show. The Shiv Sena chief repeated the allegations of ‘paid content’ on Kamra, saying that his parody song …

Kunal Kamra row: Breach of privilege notice issued against comedian, Sena UBT's Sushma Andhare
Top News
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 …

Sanjay Raut backs Kunal Kamra amid ‘traitor’ jibe row: ‘Jhukega nahi’
Top News
1 week, 1 day 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’
1 week, 1 day 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 controversy: Who is Rahool Kanal, Shiv Sena leader booked for studio attack?
1 week, 1 day 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, …

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's picture put outside a public toilet to protest against his controversial joke
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 controversy: Comedian receives ‘500 threat calls’, Yogi says ‘freedom of speech as birthright…’
1 week, 1 day ago

Kunal Kamra controversy: Comedian receives ‘500 threat calls’, Yogi says ‘freedom of speech as birthright…’

Live Mint  

Comedian Kunal Kamra stirred up a political storm, with his controversial ‘gaddar’ joke, which was allegedly aimed at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. It's the venue where stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra purportedly shot the controversial remarks against Eknath Shinde. Earlier on Sunday night, Shiv Sena members damaged the Habitat Comedy Club in Mumbai's Khar area, where Kamra's show took …

Amid Kunal Kamra row, Shiv Sena MP demands ban on comedy platforms promoting hate speech, creating tension
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 …

Mumbai Police issue second summons to comedian Kunal Kamra over joke on Shinde
1 week, 1 day ago

Mumbai Police issue second summons to comedian Kunal Kamra over joke on Shinde

New Indian Express  

The Mumbai Police on Wednesday issued a second notice to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra over a case registered against him for a joke targetting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during a recent show. The comedian has kicked up a major political storm in Maharashtra by making caustic remarks against Shinde, who heads the Shiv Sena, in his show recorded …

Kunal Kamra row: Aaditya Thackeray asks govt to exact damages from vandals
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 2 days 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 …

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