In the midst of the ongoing uproar over a remark about Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, comedian Kunal Kamra has issued a statement condemning the vandalism by Shiv Sena supporters at Habitat Club.
In his Instagram statement, Kamra said, 'Entertainment venues are merely platforms—spaces for all kinds of shows. Habitat (or any other venue) is not responsible for my comedy, nor does it have the power or control over what I say or do. No political party does so either.'
Kamra further remarked, 'Attacking a venue over a comedian's words is as senseless as overturning a truck carrying tomatoes simply because you didn't like the butter chicken served.'
Will Action Be Taken Against Those Who Vandalized Habitat Center: Kamra
The right to free speech and expression should not be used solely to flatter the powerful and the wealthy, even if today's media suggests otherwise. Your inability to tolerate a joke at the expense of a powerful public figure does not alter the nature of my right. To my knowledge, mocking the circus of our leaders and political system is not against the law.
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Uproar in Maharashtra Over Kamra's Remarks
On Monday, Maharashtra witnessed uproar throughout the day over Kunal Kamra's remarks. A video had surfaced on Sunday showing Kamra making an objectionable comment about Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde during a poetry reading.
This did not sit well with the Shinde faction. Subsequently, Shiv Sena workers launched protests against Kamra. Angry Shiv Sena workers also vandalized the Habitat Studio, where the show was being recorded. Amidst the escalating chaos, Kamra asserted that he had no regrets for his actions.
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BMC Demolishes Unauthorized Construction at Habitat
In the midst of the controversy involving comedian Kunal Kamra, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has taken significant action against The Habitat in Mumbai. BMC demolished unauthorized constructions at The Habitat. According to BMC, constructions made on the terrace without permission have been dismantled. BMC is prepared to hammer at another site soon. A temporary shed was constructed on the terrace without permission. According to the BMC, today's actions targeted temporary structures built without permits.
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What's the Full Story?
During his show, Kunal Kamra made a 'traitor' remark about Eknath Shinde, sparking outrage among Shiv Sena workers. Mumbai Police has filed a defamation case against Kamra, while cases have been registered against 40 Shiv Sena activists for vandalizing the studio.
