Nitesh Rane Targets AR Rahman Over 'Communal Bias' Remark, Calls for Boycott

• Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane criticized AR Rahman for his 'communal bias' remarks, stating those who insult the country shouldn't get a platform.
• Rane questioned why Rahman was invited to shows like The Kapil Sharma Show after his controversial statements.
• He compared Rahman's situation to how Islamic countries would react to similar statements against them, suggesting severe repercussions.
• Rane insisted on boycotting individuals who criticize the country, the Hindu community, or the concept of a Hindu nation to instill fear.
• Rahman had previously stated in a BBC Asian Network interview that he struggled to find work in Bollywood due to a 'power shift' and not communal reasons, later clarifying his 'messages get corrupted' comment on The Kapil Sharma Show.

Why It Matters: Nitesh Rane called for boycotting AR Rahman over his 'communal bias' remarks, sparking a major controversy.