Fawad Khan’s Big Bollywood Comeback Stuck in Controversy? Here’s the Full Scoop on Abir Gulaal (2025)!
Just when we thought Fawad Khan's long-awaited Bollywood comeback would set the screens on fire, Abir Gulaal has hit a storm of controversy. The film, a vibrant rom-com starring Fawad opposite Vaani Kapoor, was all set to release on May 9, 2025. Fans were buzzing, social media was hyped—and then, boom. Political tensions and a cross-border backlash pulled the brakes on what could’ve been this summer’s biggest love story.
So, what’s Abir Gulaal all about? Set against a delicious backdrop of food and romance, the movie follows Gulaal, a bold, independent girl who wins a cooking contest and lands a job in London. But surprise! Her new boss is none other than Abir, a guy she’s already had a love-hate spark with. Sounds like classic rom-com gold, right? From bickering banter to unexpected romance—this was supposed to be Fawad’s grand return to our hearts!
But after the Pahalgam terror attack in April, things took a serious turn. The presence of Pakistani actor Fawad Khan led to political groups in India demanding a ban on the film. In retaliation, Pakistani authorities banned the movie too, citing the involvement of Indian actors. The result? The movie is now stuck in limbo, unreleased in both countries.
Adding fuel to the fire, all of Vaani Kapoor’s posts about the film suddenly vanished from her Instagram. Fans speculated everything from PR damage control to industry pressure, but insiders claim the producers made the call.
While some netizens are caught up in the boycott debate, many—including actor Prakash Raj—are speaking up for the film. He asked the bold question: “Why stop a film unless it’s promoting something harmful?” And honestly, he's not wrong.
Will Abir Gulaal ever see the light of day? Or is this yet another case of art getting lost in politics?
Stay tuned—because this drama is far from over.
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