Kangana Ranaut Discusses 'Emergency' Film and Controversies Surrounding Its Release

The actress-director highlights the challenges of portraying Indira Gandhi, invites Priyanka Gandhi to a screening, and critiques Oscar selections.

Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency,' based on the 1975-1977 Emergency in India, is set to release on January 17 after delays caused by censorship and opposition from Sikh organizations.
Ranaut portrays former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and claims to have approached the role with sensitivity, emphasizing Gandhi's dignity and complexity despite her privileged background.
The actress invited Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to watch the film, who responded graciously but noncommittally to the invitation.
Ranaut criticized the Oscars for allegedly favoring films that depict India negatively and stated that 'Emergency' aims to showcase India's resilience and strength.
The production faced significant financial and logistical hurdles, including Ranaut selling her property to fund the film, which she described as her most challenging project to date.