By Admin 
A political controversy has arisen after a recent interview of famous musician and Oscar winner AR Rahman. In the interview, Rahman said that in the last eight years he has got less work in Bollywood than before. He also commented that the change in power did not have a positive impact on the creative environment. After his statement, a round of political reactions has started.
According to the information, AR Rahman’s statement has sparked debate not only in the film industry but also in political circles. Rehman’s statement is getting support from opposition parties, while BJP leaders have raised questions on it.
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Music should not be seen from the perspective of religion or discrimination – AR Rahman
Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav gave a statement in support of Rehman. He said that he has been a big fan of AR Rahman. Akhilesh said that Rahman’s songs used to top the music charts even before their release. He said that AR Rahman is a great artist of the country and the world and art, music and culture should not be seen from the perspective of religion or discrimination.
Hindu-Muslim issues keep wandering in the minds of some people unnecessarily – Dilip Jaiswal
Whereas Bihar government minister Dilip Jaiswal rejected Rehman’s statement and said that Hindu-Muslim issues keep roaming in the minds of some people unnecessarily. He said that there is no such situation in the country and here work is being done on the policy of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.
Oscar winner is not getting work because of religion – Imran Masood
Describing this matter as serious, Congress MP Imran Masood said that if an Oscar-winning artiste is saying that he is not getting work, then it is a matter of concern. He said that if someone is being deprived of work because of religion, then it raises serious questions for the entire country.
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