Kangana Ranaut Responds to Cannes Party Backlash, Says She Embraced Her ‘Awakened Hindu’ Identity

Mumbai: Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has addressed criticism surrounding her old viral video from the 2018 Cannes after-party, saying that her personal beliefs and public identity have evolved over time.
The actor shared a video defending herself after the Cannes clip resurfaced online, where she was seen enjoying herself at the event. Responding to comments questioning the contrast between her earlier lifestyle and current political views, Kangana said she once considered herself a “moderate Hindu” but now identifies as an “awakened Hindu.”
In the video, Kangana questioned why people criticised her for changing her views and said that individuals should have the freedom to follow their own beliefs. She also spoke about her past stands against issues like nepotism, pay inequality, and certain practices in the film industry.
Addressing comments about her association with the term “Sanghi,” Kangana said she wanted to embrace the ideology she currently believes in and questioned why such a personal transformation should invite criticism.
Talking about the resurfaced Cannes video, she said society often applies different standards when judging women and argued that people should have the freedom to make personal choices and changes in their lives.
The actor’s remarks come amid a series of social media posts and statements that have sparked debates online. Recently, Kangana also shared a cryptic post that many users linked to actor Sonakshi Sinha, though she did not mention any name directly.
Kangana has frequently been in the spotlight for her outspoken views on politics, entertainment, and social issues, often leading to strong reactions from both supporters and critics.
News source: Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.

