Overview

• The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, killed at least 26 people, escalating anti-Pakistani sentiment in India.
• The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has reinstated a blanket ban on Pakistani artists and vowed to block the release of 'Abir Gulaal' in India.
• The Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) condemned the attack as an 'act of war' and reiterated its stance against collaborating with Pakistani talent.
• The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has threatened to prevent the film's release in Maharashtra, warning exhibitors of severe consequences.
• Lead actors Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor publicly expressed condolences for the victims, but the film's May 9 Indian release now appears postponed or canceled due to widespread opposition.