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Kangana Ranaut invites Priyanka Gandhi to watch ‘Emergency’; here’s how the latter responds

‘Emergency’ is a historical drama directed by Kangana Ranaut, portraying the 1975-77 state of emergency declared by Indira Gandhi.

Statesman Web | January 8, 2025 3:40 pm

Kangana Ranaut invites Priyanka Gandhi to watch ‘Emergency’; here’s how the latter responds

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut is gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated film ‘Emergency’, set to hit theaters on January 17, 2025, and recently she opened up about inviting Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to watch the film.

As the year kicks off, Ranaut is not just starring in the film but also taking on the roles of writer and director. The movie delves into the tumultuous period of 1975-1977, when former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency in India, amidst growing internal and external challenges.

In a recent interview with IANS, Kangana Ranaut revealed that she had extended a personal invitation to Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, encouraging her to watch the film.

“I met Priyanka Gandhi in Parliament, and the first thing I told her was, ‘You should watch ‘Emergency’.’ She was very gracious and said, ‘Yeah, maybe.’ So, let’s see if they would want to watch the film,” Kangana shared.

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The actress emphasized the sensitivity and dignity with which she has portrayed Indira Gandhi, a figure often discussed for her political decisions and personal life.

“During my research, I noticed a lot of focus on her personal life—her relationships, her friends, and the controversies surrounding her. But I thought, there is so much more to a person,” she said.

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Kangana also noted that while Indira Gandhi was undeniably a “product of nepotism,” she approached the portrayal with a fair and unbiased perspective, focusing on the complexity of the former Prime Minister’s character.

‘Emergency’ features a stellar ensemble cast, including Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, and the late Satish Kaushik.

After multiple delays, the film is finally set for release, and expectations are high as Kangana’s portrayal of such a significant chapter in Indian history comes to the big screen.