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Kunal Kamra Summoned by Police as Habitat Studio Closes Following Shiv Sena Vandalism

The comedian has refused to apologize for his parody mocking Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, while political tensions escalate over freedom of speech and civic responses.

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra issued his first statement on the ongoing controversy.
Kunal Kamra, without taking names, seemingly mocked Eknath Shinde by modifying a song from 'Dil Toh Pagal Hai' movie.
Posters and other paraphernalia are seen scattered outside the studio where Indian comedian Kunal Kamra allegedly made "defamatory" remarks against Shiv Sena politician Eknath Shinde, in Mumbai, India, Monday, March 24, 2025, after the venue was ransacked by Shiv Sena party workers. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)
Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and Nationalist Congress Party (SCP) MLA Rohit Pawar.

Overview

  • Comedian Kunal Kamra has been summoned by Mumbai Police for questioning over his parody referring to Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde as a 'traitor.'
  • The Habitat Studio in Mumbai, where Kamra performed, has announced its closure following vandalism by Shiv Sena workers and a BMC demolition drive citing civic violations.
  • Kamra has publicly refused to apologize, asserting his right to freedom of speech and criticizing the mob violence and institutional actions against the venue.
  • Shiv Sena leaders have demanded action against Kamra, with some alleging a conspiracy, while opposition parties have defended his right to satire.
  • The controversy highlights deepening political divides in Maharashtra, with debates over the limits of satire and the response to criticism of public figures.