In a recent appearance at a Times Now Summit, Kangana Ranaut stands firm on labeling Urmila Matondkar as a ‘soft porn star’, defending her stance by highlighting India’s unique perspectives on actresses and the film industry.
In a recent address at the Times Now Summit, Kangana Ranaut delved into the controversy surrounding her past ‘soft porn star’ remark directed at Urmila Matondkar. The fiery actress revealed her intention to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha election in 2024 from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh on a BJP ticket.
Defending her previous comment, Kangana highlighted the comfort level of Indian actresses with terms like ‘tandoori murgi’ or ‘item girl’. Drawing a comparison, she noted the widespread respect received by porn stars like Sunny Leone in India, contrasting it with Urmila Matondkar’s reaction.
The tension between Kangana and Urmila dates back to 2020 when Kangana referred to Urmila as a ‘soft porn star’, sparking controversy and backlash from Urmila. This animosity escalated when Urmila criticized Kangana for disrespecting Jaya Bachchan and tarnishing the film industry during a parliamentary speech.
Kangana reiterated her stance on the ‘soft porn star’ label at the recent summit, shedding light on India’s distinctive perspective on porn stars. She clarified that her comments were a response to Urmila’s questioning of her political affiliations with the BJP.
Diving into the realm of artistry, Kangana differentiated between sensational and intellectually stimulating content, advocating for the latter in the entertainment industry. She voiced concerns about the sexualization of children in item numbers and called for adult content to be appropriately labeled and restricted from TV broadcast.
The rift between the two actresses deepened as Urmila criticized Kangana for her comments on Jaya Bachchan’s defense of the film industry, further fueling the ongoing feud. Kangana emphasized the significance of genuine passion for acting and emphasized the audience’s pivotal role in electing industry leaders.