Kangana Ranaut on Industry Boycott: ‘Not Easy to Stand with Me’

At the trailer launch event for her film “Emergency,” actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut spoke candidly about the challenges she faced while making the film, including the industry’s boycott of her work. She expressed deep gratitude to her cast and crew for their unwavering support despite these hurdles.

“I have faced many obstacles while making this film, which is common with every film. Every film faces a lot of obstacles and then many people come into your life, like angels and they see you through. I want to thank my cast. Everybody knows I have been boycotted by the film industry. It’s not easy to stand with me, it’s not easy to be part of my film, and it’s definitely not easy to praise me. But they have done all of it,” Kangana said during the event.

She also revealed that her team had advised her to avoid speaking to the media to prevent potential negative publicity from those in the industry who might want to sabotage the film. Despite this, Kangana chose to address the media directly, stating her commitment to transparency.

“My PR team has said that ‘we will not open it to media. Aapko bolne ki azaadi nahi hai (You don’t have the freedom to speak). Think about it. So Anupam Ji said, no, no, open it to the media. They are our friends. There is no need to put an emergency here,” Kangana remarked, highlighting her decision to engage with the press openly.

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who plays a key role in “Emergency,” praised Kangana’s determination and resilience, saying, “Kangana vo shaksiyat hai jisko dil see dekhkar har insaan chahe to inspire ho sakta hai… I have been part of her journey..It’s amazing the way she has made this film.”

The film, which Kangana both directed and stars in, features a stellar ensemble cast, including Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, and the late Satish Kaushik. The trailer, which was unveiled at the event, portrays Kangana in the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the tumultuous period of the Emergency in 1975.

The trailer offers glimpses into key historical events such as the Emergency period, the Shimla Agreement, the rise of the Khalistan movement, and the JP Andolan, setting the stage for a gripping political drama.

Kangana shared her excitement about the film on social media, writing, “INDIA is INDIRA & INDIRA is INDIA!!! The Most Powerful Woman In The History of the country, The Darkest Chapter She Wrote in its History! Witness ambition collide with tyranny. #EmergencyTrailer Out Now! #KanganaRanaut’s #Emergency Unfolds In cinemas worldwide on 6th September.”

Emergency is set to release on September 6, 2024, and promises to captivate audiences with its portrayal of one of India’s most significant and controversial political periods. The film, produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, is expected to be a powerful depiction of historical events, with a screenplay by Ritesh Shah and music by Sanchit Balhara.