A recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, has caused rising tension between India and Pakistan. Now, people are wondering if actor Fawad Khan’s new Bollywood film, Abir Gulaal, will be delayed.
The attack happened when gunmen opened fire on tourists in the town of Pahalgam. Two people were killed and several others were hurt. The incident shocked the country and led to quick action by the Indian government.
India Responds to the Attack
India has blamed Pakistan for helping groups that carry out cross-border terror attacks. As a result, India has taken strong steps.
India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. This is an agreement between the two countries about how to share water from rivers.
India also closed its main land border crossing with Pakistan at Wagah-Attari.
In addition, India reduced the number of diplomats in Pakistan. Indian staff were called back from Islamabad. Pakistanis working in India were also asked to leave.
Focus Shifts to Film Industry
Along with political actions, people in India have also turned their attention to the film world. There is a growing demand to stop working with Pakistani artists.
Fawad Khan was set to return to Bollywood after many years. He stars in Abir Gulaal with Indian actress Vaani Kapoor. The movie was set to release on May 9.
The movie was special because it followed a court decision in India. The court said that the old ban on Pakistani artists working in India was not legal.
But things have changed after the attack.
Film Worker Group Issues New Ban
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) is a major film industry group in India. After the attack, they called for a new ban on Pakistani artists.
FWICE said that no Pakistani actor, singer, or worker should be allowed to work in Indian films or TV shows.
They also said they would take action against anyone in the industry who works with Pakistani citizens.
The group stated that they will try to stop Abir Gulaal from releasing in India.
Fawad Khan Reacts to the Attack
Fawad Khan posted a message on Instagram after the attack. He said he was very sad about what happened. He sent prayers to the families of the victims.
Even though his message was kind, many people in India are still upset. Some social media users are asking the Indian film industry to stop all ties with Pakistani celebrities.
Who Is Behind the Attack?
FWICE said that the attack was claimed by a group called The Resistance Front. They believe this group is linked to a terror group based in Pakistan.
India has often said that Pakistan supports such groups in Kashmir. The region has been a point of conflict between the two countries for many years.
Pakistan Denies Involvement
Pakistan has denied any role in the attack. A spokesperson from Pakistan’s foreign ministry said the country does not support terrorism.
He said Pakistan only supports the rights of Kashmiris through moral and political help, not violence.
He also said Pakistan is sad about the loss of innocent lives in Pahalgam.
Social Media Reactions
After the attack, many Indian users noticed that Pakistan’s official government account on platform X was no longer visible in India.
This move shows how serious the situation is. The pressure to cut all ties with Pakistan is growing in many areas, including social media, business, and culture.
What Will Happen to Abir Gulaal?
So far, the producers of Abir Gulaal have not made any public comment. The actors, including Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, have also not spoken about the film’s future.
People working in the film industry say the situation is very sensitive. There is a lot of public anger, and many say the film may not be shown in India at all.
It is not clear what will happen next, but the future of the movie is now in question.
A Bigger Problem Between Two Nations
This is not just about one movie. The attack in Pahalgam has added to the long list of problems between India and Pakistan.
