Uddhav Thackeray Defends Kunal Kamra Amid Controversy Over 'Traitor' Remark
Date: 24-mar-2025
“Calling a Gaddar, a Gaddar Isn’t Wrong”: Uddhav Speaks Out
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray stated that Kunal Kamra’s recent remarks do not warrant backlash, defending the comedian's freedom of expression during a media interaction in Mumbai.
"I don’t think Kamra said anything wrong. Calling a ‘gaddar’ a ‘gaddar’ is not an attack," Thackeray said, urging people to hear the full parody.
UBT Denies Involvement in Vandalism
Thackeray clarified that the Shiv Sena (UBT) was not responsible for the vandalisation of The Habitat studio following Kamra’s show, blaming the incident on what he called the "Gaddar Sena".
- Thackeray labels the attackers as "traitors in disguise".
- UBT disassociates from the mob violence in Khar.
- Supports Kamra’s freedom to perform political satire.
Comedian’s Remarks Spark Political Backlash
Kamra, during his set at The Habitat studio, had labeled Eknath Shinde a traitor and performed a parody song mocking the 2022 Shiv Sena split.
Following the act, Shiv Sena (Shinde) workers vandalized the venue, forcing an FIR against Kamra and resulting in multiple arrests from the Yuva Sena.
FIR Filed, Politicians Respond
Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel filed a formal complaint against Kamra. Meanwhile, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis condemned the remarks as "low-level comedy" and demanded a public apology.
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Leaders Call for Legal Boundaries
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reminded the public about respecting the Constitution and refraining from inciting legal conflict over artistic expression.
- Ajit Pawar urges restraint within legal limits.
- Sanjay Raut calls vandalism “hooliganism”.
- Rohit Pawar warns against suppressing free expression.
Political Satire and Free Speech in Focus
The incident has once again ignited debates on freedom of speech, political satire, and how far comedians can go when commenting on leaders and ideologies.
With FIRs filed and arrests made, the focus now shifts to the balance between accountability and artistic liberty.
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