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Mawra Hocane Dropped from Sanam Teri Kasam 2 After Harshvardhan Rane's Exit

Rane's decision to step away from the sequel over Hocane's remarks on Operation Sindoor leads to her confirmed exclusion, reflecting growing tensions in cross-border collaborations.

The directors of Sanam Teri Kasam, which starred Mawra Hocane, have slammed Pak actors for their stance on Operation Sindoor.
Harshvardhan Rane has decided to decline Sanam Teri Kasam sequel if it features Pakistani actor Mawra Hocane.
Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane
Harshvardhan

Overview

  • Harshvardhan Rane announced he would not participate in Sanam Teri Kasam 2 if Mawra Hocane remained part of the cast, citing her 'anti-India' remarks about Operation Sindoor.
  • Hocane had condemned India's military strikes on terror camps in Pakistan as a 'cowardly attack,' sparking backlash from Indian audiences and industry figures.
  • Rane responded to Hocane's criticism of his decision, calling her remarks a personal attack while reaffirming his intolerance for any insult to India's dignity.
  • Directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru confirmed Hocane's exclusion from the sequel, aligning with calls for a ban on Pakistani actors in Indian cinema.
  • The controversy highlights the growing impact of geopolitical tensions on the Indian film industry, with cultural boycotts reshaping casting decisions.