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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday pitched for educating future generations about the Emergency period, which he described as a dark chapter when constitutional rights were suppressed and lakhs jailed. Speaking after a special screening of the film 'Emergency' here, Fadnavis told reporters, "It was a period in our history when people's rights were taken away. Lakhs of leaders and citizens were jailed for two years. This film portrays the atrocities during the Emergency."
The history of Emergency should be taught to people to keep democracy alive in the country, said the chief minister.

The movie, directed by BJP MP Kangana Ranaut who also features as former prime minister Indira Gandhi, delves into the 21 months of Emergency imposed by the ex-PM between 1975 to 1977.

"Kangana Ranaut has effectively portrayed the character of Indira Gandhi. The film not only highlights the dark period of the Emergency but also depicts the 1971 war and her life," Fadnavis said.

The upcoming Kangana Ranaut directorial ‘Emergency’, which is based on the life of the former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, won’t be released in Bangladesh as the political relationship between the neighbouring countries continue to get strained.

The film, which delves into the turbulent period of the Emergency declared in India in 1975 by Indira Gandhi, has found itself at the centre of a geopolitical impasse.

A source close to the matter revealed, "The decision to halt the screening of ‘Emergency’ in Bangladesh is tied to the current strained relations between India and Bangladesh. The ban is less about the content of the film and more about the ongoing political dynamics between the two nations."

Indira Gandhi played a vital role in the Liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan even though the USA demanded her not to meddle in the affairs of both the nations. Nevertheless, Indira went ahead as she felt that instead of taking in millions of refugees, India would be economically better off going to war against Pakistan leading to the Indo-Pakistani war of 1971.

Bollywood actor Anupam Kher celebrated the legacy of the late actor Satish Kaushik by sharing his transformation for the role of former Deputy Prime Minister of India, Jagjivan Ram.
Taking to his Instagram handle, Anupam Kher shared a video in which actor Satish was seen talking about his role in the upcoming film Emergency. Directed by Kangana Ranaut, the film also stars Anupam Kher and Shreyas Talpade in prominent roles, along with Satish Kaushik.

In the video, Satish called himself lucky to have been given the opportunity to portray Jagjivan Ram. He also praised Kangana Ranaut's directorial skills, calling her an "actor's director."

The clip also featured his transformation makeup from actor Satish Kaushik to Jagjivan Ram.

"Sometime as an actor when you are given an opportunity to play the role of a renowned personality then it invites a dilemma of how to approach the role. Shall I put some of myself into it or shall I act as per what the audience has seen or read before about him. I feel so lucky to play the role of Jagjivan Ram in the 'Emergency.'

Remembering his dear friend, Satish Kaushik., Anupam Kher wrote, "Celebrating the legacy of my friend #SatishKaushik as he transforms into Babu Jagjivan Ram in #Emergency. A legendary actor in a historic role--his brilliance will leave an impact forever."

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday attended a special screening of Kangana Ranaut and Anupam Kher's film 'Emergency' in Nagpur.
Kangana took to Instagram and shared a couple of pictures from the screening. In one of the images, Gadkari, Kangana and Kher can be seen conversing with each other.
Gadkari also took to X and heaped praise on the team of 'Emergency' for "presenting the dark chapter of our nation's history with such authenticity and excellence."

"Joined the special screening of the movie Emergency, featuring @KanganaTeam Ji and Shri @AnupamPKher

Ji, in Nagpur today. I wholeheartedly thank the filmmakers and actors for presenting the dark chapter of our nation's history with such authenticity and excellence. I urge everyone to watch this film, which portrays a significant period in India's history," he posted.

Congress leader Husain Dalwai not only criticised the film and its makers but also demanded that their source of funding should be investigated, to know who stood behind them in belittling the legacy of India’s ‘Iron Lady’.

“We won’t allow its screening if something objectionable is shown,” he threatened.

Speaking to IANS, he stated that Kangana’s invite to Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi to watch her upcoming film ‘Emergency’ was nothing but a publicity stunt and claimed that the makers were desperately trying to hard-sell the film, as it has failed to create any buzz.

The Kangana Ranaut-starrer ‘Emergency’, portraying the dark period of democracy during late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's government in 1975-77, has ruffled many feathers in the Congress party, as expected. Congress leaders have dubbed it a ‘propaganda film’ and see a malicious motive behind it.

Husain Dalwai, Congress leader from Maharashtra went a step further in his criticism of the filmmakers and hurled a sexist jibe at the actor-cum-BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, the main protagonist as well as director of the film. He also urged the movie-goers and cinebuffs not to watch the film and claimed that it was filled with blatant lies and hearsay.

“She has a loose temperament. She doesn’t know anything about the country’s history and its national icons,” said the Congress leader and two-time Rajya Sabha MP.

Kangana Ranaut, who plays the role Indira Gandhi in her new film "Emergency", said she did extensive research and now believes the former prime minister was not powerful as she had thought but "weak" and "unsure of herself". The first-time MP from Mandi, often in the headlines for her provocative comments, also said there is no director today who deserves her.

"I'm very proudly saying that today there is not a single director in the film industry that I want to work with because they don't have that kind of quality… that I feel that they deserve me," Ranaut told PTI in a video interview ahead of the release of the much in the news "Emergency".

Ranaut, who has directed and produced the film that documents the 21 months of Emergency imposed in 1975 by the then Prime Minister, said she has empathy for Indira Gandhi and viewed as very powerful until she started working on the project.

"But when I did my research, I understood it was quite the contrary. It also strengthened my belief that the weaker you are, the more control you would want. She was a very weak person and she was also very unsure of herself and really vulnerable.

"She had many crutches around and she was constantly seeking a kind of validation. She was also hugely dependent on many people, one of them was Sanjay Gandhi... I didn't have that kind of empathy for her before 'Emergency'," she said.

Actress-director Kangana Ranaut, who is set to essay the role of the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi in her upcoming directorial ‘Emergency’, has said that it’s not a political film, and it won’t influence the choice of voters.

The actress recently spoke with IANS about the film, and opened up about the film and its narrative structure. When asked if she expected her film to be declared as 'tax free', Kangana said, “Actually, this is not a political film. It's a story. It has nothing to do with politics. You may find it very bizarre right now. Eventually, it is not about any party. You will come out feeling that, you just saw the film, you won’t come out feeling who you will vote for. You were only enlightened about that episode. If you see ‘Argo’ in Hollywood, you don't come out thinking who to vote or who not to vote for. You simply come out being enlightened by one episode, only that chunk of history. That's it. I think if people see it like that, they won't be disappointed. If they think that they will be able to decide who to vote and who not to vote for, then this is not the film for them.

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who essays the role of revolutionary Jayaprakash Narayan in the Kangana Ranaut directorial ‘Emergency’, has called the film a “human error story”.

The senior actor spoke with IANS during the promotional leg of the film, which is set to arrive in cinemas on January 17.

Talking about the film, the actor told IANS, “It is a Human error story. It's about a prime minister, and I have seen some portions. I think, again I'll go back to the portrayal of Indira Gandhi as an actor. I'm constantly going back to the cinema rather than the things behind it. How many actresses can portray Indira Gandhi's role? We shared how she achieved the makeup. It's not only putting a nose that Mrs. Gandhi had. It's also internalising her fear, her insecurities”.

Actress Kangana Ranaut, shared that she extended an invitation to politician Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to watch her directorial, based on the 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency across the country by citing internal and external threats to the country.

The actress, who portrays the role of Indira Gandhi in the film, spoke with IANS in the run up to the film’s release on January 17.

She told IANS, “I actually met Priyanka Gandhi in the parliament. And the first thing I told her was, ‘You should watch the emergency’. She was very gracious’. She said, ‘Yeah may be’. So let's see if they would want to watch the film. I think it's a very sensitive and sensible portrayal of one episode and one personality also. And I have taken great care to portray Mrs. Gandhi with great dignity. Because I see when I started to do a lot of research, there was so much focus and so much material about her personal life, whether it was her relationship with her husband or many friends or controversial equations”.

She continued, “I thought to myself that there is so much more to every person. When it comes to women, especially, they're always reduced to their equation with men around them. And of course, sensational encounters. In fact, most of the controversial material was about all that. But I have portrayed her with so much dignity and sensibility. And I think that everybody should see this film”.

Actress Kangana Ranaut, who will be next seen in the upcoming movie ‘Emergency’, has reacted to the Central Board of Film Certification’s (CBFC) mandate of removing certain portions from the film.

The actress spoke with IANS, and shared that as a director, she would have liked the film with the original narrative. However, she said that she accepts the decision of CBFC.

Kangana told IANS, “I would have liked that the full version would have come. But with the cuts, there is no issue, because it's not like the film was made to mock someone. It's not like that. It's fine. They completely removed some episodes of history. And the fact that it doesn't impact my film, in a way, it is a testimony of that, that it doesn't matter”.

She further mentioned, “The story is very much intact. The message of the film is very much intact, which is patriotism. So I don't think it has affected the larger narrative. But if they had shot it, there must have been a reason for it”.

The film, set during the period of Emergency in the 1970s imposed by the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The film promises to offer a gripping exploration of one of the most spoken about chapters in Indian democracy.

Actor-filmmaker Kangana Ranaut shared the trailer of her much awaited film "Emergency" on Monday, calling the journey to the release of the political drama a long one "filled with challenges". Starring Ranaut as former prime minister Indira Gandhi, the film missed out on its September 6, 2024 release date as it was unable to obtain the clearance certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

"Emergency" was mired in controversy after Sikh organisations, including the Shiromani Akali Dal, accused it of misrepresenting the community and getting facts wrong.

Ranaut, who also serves as director and producer on the film, said she is looking forward to its release on January 17.

"I'm glad that our film 'Emergency' will finally hit the big screen on 17th January. This story isn't just about a controversial leader; it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today, making the journey both difficult and significant," she said in a statement.

"Releasing just a week before Republic Day, it's the perfect time to reflect on the resilience of our Constitution and experience the film with your loved ones," she added.

As Emergency gears up to hit the big screen, producer Umesh KR Bansal says, "As we mark 50 years since the 1975 Emergency, this film isn’t just a historical retelling—it’s a reflection on the resilience of democracy and a tribute to those who fought to protect it.”

“Emergency is a cinematic milestone that challenges audiences to question, engage, and remember the cost of freedom,” he added.

Written, directed, and headlined by Kangana herself, Emergency also features a stellar cast, including Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, and the late Satish Kaushik in his final performance.

The film is set to hit theaters on January 17, 2025.

Actress-filmmaker and parliamentarian Kangana Ranaut’s film “Emergency” is all set to hit the screens on January 17 and she says that the story isn't just about a controversial leader as it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today.

The new trailer, which was dropped on Monday morning, delivers even more intensity and political firepower than the first, capturing the tumultuous days of 1975 and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s infamous declaration, “Indira is India.”

Kangana Ranaut says, "After a long journey filled with challenges, I'm glad that our film Emergency will finally hit the big screen on 17th January. This story isn't just about a controversial leader; it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today, making the journey both difficult and significant.”

The film brings to life the characters of Jayaprakash Narayan's fiery protests to young Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Pupul Jayakar, and Jagjivan Ram in the gripping drama.