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Last Updated: April 26, 2025, 21:26 IST
In light of the Pahalgam attack, FWICE has renewed its ban on Pakistani artistes in India. Actor Amit Sadh supports the move.
In response to the recent terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam’s Baisaran valley, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has reaffirmed its long-standing ban on Pakistani artistes within the Indian film industry. This decision echoes the organization’s previous stance from 2019.
Following the tragic incident that claimed 26 lives on April 22, FWICE has once more called for a full prohibition on collaboration with Pakistani artists. Amit Sadh, during the promotion of his film Pune Highway, voiced his endorsement of this renewed directive.
In an interview with ANI, Sadh emphasized his trust in governmental decisions, stating, “Country comes first. I believe in the government. I believe in the people who are running the country and the decisions they take. Sometimes, there is no right or wrong in life. So I believe in the government and the actions they think they have to take for our nation.”
The ban was initially introduced after the Pulwama attack in 2019. Following the recent violence in Pahalgam, FWICE reiterated its commitment to national unity, citing growing tensions between India and Pakistan as critical motivation for the renewed stance.
FWICE General Secretary Ashoke Dubey addressed the media, stating, “Since this is a matter of national interest, the nation comes first. The continuous attacks, including the recent one in Pahalgam on our tourists, are shameful. We have once again issued a press release stating that if any of our members are found working with Pakistani artists or technicians, we will take strict action against them and cease further collaboration.”
Dubey also disclosed that FWICE is sending official communications to all member associations, urging them to comply with the ban. Furthermore, the federation has requested the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to formalize a notification ensuring that any Indian artist collaborating with Pakistani citizens could face charges of treason.
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