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Rijiju Reacts to Naseeruddin Shah's 'Deemagi Naxal' Remark, Calls Him Dangerous
✍️ Times of India
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 10:45 AM
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Union Minister of State for Culture and Information & Broadcasting G. Kishan Reddy, known as Rijiju, has responded to actor Naseeruddin Shah's recent social media post, stating he was unaware of the actor's perceived danger.
Union Minister of State for Culture and Information & Broadcasting G. Kishan Reddy, popularly known as Rijiju, has entered the political discourse regarding a recent controversy involving veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah. The reaction comes in response to Shah's social media post where he used the term 'deemagi naxal' (mental Naxalite), a phrase that has sparked significant debate across Indian political circles.
In his response, Rijiju remarked that he "never knew" Shah was dangerous, implying a lack of prior awareness regarding the actor's political stance or rhetoric. This comment highlights the growing tension between certain sections of the entertainment industry and government officials over public commentary on national issues.
The exchange underscores the ongoing sensitivity surrounding political expressions on social media platforms in India. While the specific context of Shah's original post is central to the dispute, Rijiju's reaction has drawn attention to the broader dynamics of political engagement by public figures.
No further legal or administrative actions have been announced in the immediate aftermath of this verbal exchange. The situation remains a focal point for media commentary and political analysis as stakeholders continue to monitor the developments.
In his response, Rijiju remarked that he "never knew" Shah was dangerous, implying a lack of prior awareness regarding the actor's political stance or rhetoric. This comment highlights the growing tension between certain sections of the entertainment industry and government officials over public commentary on national issues.
The exchange underscores the ongoing sensitivity surrounding political expressions on social media platforms in India. While the specific context of Shah's original post is central to the dispute, Rijiju's reaction has drawn attention to the broader dynamics of political engagement by public figures.
No further legal or administrative actions have been announced in the immediate aftermath of this verbal exchange. The situation remains a focal point for media commentary and political analysis as stakeholders continue to monitor the developments.