"Wah, Now It's Mumbai Police?": Kiran Rao Slams Notice to Imran Khan to Leave India
Filmmaker Kiran Rao slams Mumbai Police after actor Imran Khan is ordered to leave India following a protest at August Kranti Maidan.
Filmmaker Kiran Rao has expressed her shock and sarcasm after the Mumbai Police issued a formal notice to actor Imran Khan, directing him to leave the country. The controversy stems from the actor's participation in a protest led by the CJP at August Kranti Maidan, which has now landed him in legal turmoil with the authorities.
Kiran Rao's Viral Reaction
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kiran Rao shared a post detailing the police order that requires Imran Khan—the nephew of her ex-husband Aamir Khan—to exit India by the end of October. Reacting to the news, she wrote, "Wah, now it's Mumbai Police?", highlighting her disbelief at the police action against the actor.
The 'Leave India' Notice: Why it Happened
The Mumbai Police have issued a notice directing Imran Khan to leave India by October 28. The action follows his involvement in a demonstration at August Kranti Maidan, where protesters were demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The legal crackdown is based on the following points:
- Citizenship Status: Reports indicate that Imran Khan holds an American passport.
- Legal Violations: Action has been initiated under Sections 29 and 7 of the Immigration Act.
- The Allegation: Authorities allege that Khan participated in a public protest despite not being an Indian citizen.
Detention and the Actor's Stance
The situation escalated on Saturday when Mumbai Police detained the actor during the protest. In a characteristic move, Khan shared a photo of himself sitting inside a police van on social media with the caption, “Apparently I’m going for a drive.”
Speaking to the media during the incident, the actor defended his presence at the site, stating that he was there as a resident of the city rather than to make specific political demands. He questioned the current state of civil liberties, asking why freedom of movement was being restricted and why the voices of the people were being suppressed.
"I don't have demands. I am here as a citizen, as a person who lives in this city. I am here to see why freedom of movement is being restricted. Why are people's voices being suppressed? That is why I am here," Khan stated.
Legal Battle Ahead
Imran Khan is not taking the notice lying down. His legal team has informed ANI that the actor is set to move the Bombay High Court to challenge the 'Leave India' order. An appeal is expected to be filed next week, though the specific grounds for the legal challenge are yet to be disclosed.