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Songs from 'Abir Gulaal' Removed from YouTube Following Pahalgam Attack

The Indian government has banned the film's release, escalating cultural and diplomatic fallout after the April 22 terror attack that killed 26 tourists.

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Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal songs removed from YouTube after Pahalgam attack

Overview

  • The April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir killed 26 tourists and injured more than a dozen, sparking national outrage.
  • Songs from the Indo-Pak collaborative film 'Abir Gulaal,' starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, have been taken down from YouTube following widespread calls for a boycott.
  • The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting officially prohibited the release of 'Abir Gulaal' in India, which was slated for a May 9 release.
  • Lead actors Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor expressed condolences for the victims, condemning the attack and offering prayers for their families.
  • India has implemented diplomatic measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the Attari border, and revoking SAARC visa exemptions.