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Shah Rukh Khan has come under fire for a recent post on X (formerly Twitter) in support of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Regarding the recent G20 Summit, the Jawan actor shared, “Congratulations to honourable PM Narendra Modi ji for the success of India\u2019s G20 Presidency and for fostering unity between nations for a better future for the people of the world.”<\/p>\n

The star continued to state, “It has brought a sense of honour and pride into the hearts of every Indian. Sir, under your leadership, we will prosper not in isolation but in Oneness. One Earth, One Family, One Future.”<\/p>\n

The post on X has not gone down well with many, especially given the timing. Amidst garnering praise for a thoroughly political statement through Jawan, the actor seemed to have taken one step back with this tweet. “Two minutes of silence for those who were looking for a message for PM Modi in Jawan,” joked one X user in response to the post. “It is clear now, in his movie Jawan, SRK wanted [the] public to vote for Modi ji. [The] message is clear,” said another. “Liberals and Opposition will cry now,” noted one more.<\/p>\n

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2 minutes of silence for those who were looking for a message for PM Modi in #Jawaan<\/a> \ud83d\ude2d\ud83d\ude2d\ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23<\/p>\n

\u2014 Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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It is clear now, in his movie Jawan SRK wanted public to vote for Modi ji. Message is clear \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udc4d<\/p>\n

\u2014 Manpu underrated (@Manpunstar) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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Hahaha liberals and Opposition will cry now<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude02\ud83d\ude02\ud83d\ude02<\/p>\n

\u2014 AK Chaudhary\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 (@twtlikeakhiladi) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

The onslaught of ridicule and taunts did not cease. “In real life, bending backwards to the King,” said one X user. \u201c’Sir, under your leadership, we will prosper.’ SRK destroyed the whole ecosystem with this one line,” said another. One tried to see the silver lining, stating, “For three days, he pleased the leftists and centrists, and now, he has pleased the right wing as well. SRK is a true Indian [for] taking everyone under him.”<\/p>\n

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In real life bending backwards to the King<\/p>\n

\u2014 Kreately.in (@KreatelyMedia) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201c..Sir, under your leadership, we will prosper\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

SRK destroyed whole ecosystem with this one line \ud83d\ude2d\ud83e\udd23<\/p>\n

\u2014 Shilpa (@shilpa_cn) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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3 din se left and centrist ko kush kiya aaj RW ku bhi kush kardiya.
SRK is true Indian taking everyone under him.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Mister J. – \u0645\u0633\u0679\u0631 \u062c\u06d2 (@Angryman_J) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Muslim Matters, a self-described non-profit “dedicated to the voices of Muslims,” took to X to slam the star as well. “Shah Rukh Khan, India\u2019s biggest Muslim movie star, fails to mention Modi\u2019s assault on minority rights and lives, how Muslims and even many Christians are being relegated to second-class citizens in the world\u2019s biggest democracy, how Modi and his BJP party is fueling communal hatred, etc. \u00a0Before throwing his co-religionists under the bus, it would behove Shah Rukh to note BJP\u2019s ideological twin, RSS and its inspiration from Hitler. SRK has sold truth away for a small price like other Bollywood stars before him. It\u2019s one thing to remain quiet but another to bolster a hate-monger\u2019s credentials. What a shame!”<\/p>\n

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Shah Rukh Khan, India\u2019s biggest Muslim movie star, fails to mention Modi\u2019s assault on minority rights and lives. How Muslims & even many Christians are being relegated to second class citizens in the world\u2019s biggest democracy, how Modi and his BJP party is fueling communal\u2026 https:\/\/t.co\/DPcPUxdHKo<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 MuslimMatters (@MuslimMatters) September 11, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

One X user stated, “The guy who called himself ‘king’ in movies really talks like a beggar in front of politicians.” Another stated, “Unbelievable! What a coward, hypocrite and opportunist. I feel ashamed of Indian Muslims who pay to watch this coward play a hero…What a waste of money and time. Have some self-respect, people.” Yet another X user said, “At this point, I just feel anyone who thinks he’s some sort of political saviour is just…very stupid and embarrassing to watch.”\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The guy who called himself “Badshah” in movies, really talks like a Bikhari in front of Politcians. https:\/\/t.co\/CCCXwd4Obt<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 \u265f\ufe0fSyed Uzair Ul Haq\u2666\ufe0f\u0633\u06cc\u062f \u0639\u0632\u06cc\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u062d\u0642\u265f\ufe0f (@TheSyedHaq) September 11, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Amongst all this, one individual asked for the lens of responsibility to shift towards the government as opposed to the stars functioning within a particular regime. “To people complaining about this tweet. SRK answered it in his film. If you actually ask the question to the government instead of going all woke on one of SRK’s tweets then there won’t be any need for an Azad or a Vikram or SRK to fight for your rights…Question the government, not SRK.”\u00a0<\/p>\n

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To people complaining about this tweet. SRK answered it in his film. If you actually ask the question to the gov instead of going all woke on one of SRK’s tweet then there won’t be any need for an Azad or a Vikram or SRK to fight for your rights..
Sawaal poocho gov se SRK se nahi https:\/\/t.co\/x3mJKmF7zB<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 The Joker (@jokervsbatman7) September 10, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

These perspectives highlight the complexity of stardom amidst a politically rife environment, especially when the biggest star in the country belongs to a minority. Undoubtedly, Shah Rukh’s post is a source of disappointment for many, especially those who thought that the actor was sending a message through his latest offering.<\/p>\n

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