Arun Govil has reacted strongly to AR Rahman’s recent remarks about possible communal bias in the film industry, saying cinema has always transcended religion and identity.
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Arun Govil Rejects AR Rahman's Communal Bias Claim: Cites Shah Rukh, Salman, Aamir

  • Actor-politician Arun Govil disagreed with AR Rahman's suggestion of communal bias in the film industry.
  • Rahman had commented on changing power dynamics and a potential 'communal thing' in decision-making within the music industry during a BBC Asian Network interview.
  • Govil, known for playing Lord Ram, stated that the industry has always welcomed people of all religions and lacks communal bias.
  • He cited top stars like Dilip Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan as proof that communal bias does not hinder success.
  • Rahman later clarified his remarks, emphasizing music as a unifying force and his pride in India's multicultural ethos.

Why It Matters: Arun Govil refutes AR Rahman's communal bias claims, highlighting the success of Muslim stars in Bollywood.

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