Overview

• Rahul Vaidya declined a ₹50 lakh offer to perform at a July wedding in Antalya, citing Turkey's support for Pakistan as the reason.
• Vaidya emphasized that no amount of money or fame could outweigh his commitment to national interest and patriotism.
• The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has imposed a formal ban on all Turkish film projects and cultural collaborations, blacklisting Turkish producers and artists.
• Actress Rupali Ganguly publicly urged Indian celebrities, influencers, and travelers to cancel plans involving Turkey as a show of solidarity.
• The boycott reflects growing nationalist sentiment in India's entertainment industry, driven by escalating India-Pakistan tensions and Turkey's alignment with Pakistan.