AR Rahman sparked controversy with his recent comments on Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava. The music composer called the historical drama ‘divisive’. Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut has now lashed out at AR Rahman and said that she has not anyone as ‘prejudiced and hateful’ than him in her life. (Also read: AR Rahman sparks controversy with comments on Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, says it cashed in on ‘divisiveness’)
What Kangana said about AR Rahman
Taking to her Instagram Stories on Saturday, Kangana shared a screenshot of AR Rahman from the BBC Asian Network interview and wrote in the caption, “Dear @arrahman ji, I face so much prejudice and partiality in the film industry because I support a saffron party yet I must say I have not come across a man more prejudiced and hateful than you.”
‘I was told you don’t want to be part of a propaganda film’
She added, “I desperately wanted to narrate my directorial Emergency to you. Forget narration, you even refused to meet me. I was told you don’t want to be part of a propaganda film. Ironically, Emergency was called a masterpiece by all critics. Even opposition party leaders sent me fan leaders appreciating the film for its balanced and compassionate approach but you are blinded by your hate. I feel sorry for you #emergency.”
Meanwhile, the controversy began when AR Rehman commented on the 2025 release, Chhaava. He said, “It is a divisive film. I think it cashed in on divisiveness, but I think the core of it is to show bravery.”
About Emergency
Kangana was last seen in the film Emergency, which she directed and co-produced as well. The political drama sees Kangana playing former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. It focuses on 21 months of Emergency from 1975 to 1977. The film failed to make a mark at the box office. It also featured Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade and Milind Soman.