The Bollywood fraternity is buzzing after news broke that actor Imran Khan has been issued a ‘Leave India’ notice by the Mumbai Police. The actor, who holds an American passport and is the nephew of superstar Aamir Khan, was directed to depart the country by October 28 following his participation in a protest at Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan, where he demanded the resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Veteran actor Raza Murad weighed in on the controversy, asserting that foreign nationals have no business interfering in India’s internal affairs. Murad defended the police action, noting that the authorities are operating strictly within the legal framework. He pointed out that Imran has not been asked to leave immediately but has been granted a 15-day window to comply. Murad added that if the actor feels the directive is unjust, he is well within his rights to seek legal recourse through the courts, emphasizing that any judicial outcome must be respected.
Meanwhile, actor Gajendra Chauhan expressed a much sharper stance, questioning why the authorities granted a two-week grace period at all. Chauhan argued that individuals residing in India on an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card are bound by specific restrictions, which explicitly prohibit them from participating in political protests. He expressed his disappointment, noting that Imran Khan achieved immense fame and wealth in India, and by engaging in such protests, he violated the very conditions of his residency. Chauhan maintained that since the law has been broken, appropriate action must follow.