Overview
- The April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians, has reignited calls for a cultural boycott of Pakistani artists in India.
- FWICE General Secretary Ashoke Dubey announced a complete ban on Pakistani artists and warned of action against Indian members who collaborate with them.
- The federation has written to the Information & Broadcasting Ministry, requesting a directive to file treason charges against such collaborators.
- Sources confirm that the ministry will not permit the release of 'Abir Gulaal,' featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, in India.
- Actor Amit Sadh has publicly endorsed the ban, citing a 'country comes first' stance in support of FWICE's measures.