- By Srishti Pandey
- Mon, 25 Mar 2024 01:45 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kangana Ranaut, known for her bold statements and outspoken nature, is once again in the spotlight as an old tweet resurfaces amidst her recent decision to join politics. In the tweet from 2021, Kangana had categorically stated that she would never contest elections from her home state of Himachal Pradesh, citing reasons such as the state's small population and lack of significant issues like poverty or crime.
However, the recent turn of events has seen Kangana being named as the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) candidate from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, for the upcoming Lok Sabha 2024 elections. This move has sparked a resurgence of interest in her old tweet, with many on social media pointing out what they perceive as hypocrisy in her stance.
In her 2021 tweet, Kangana expressed a desire to work in a state with more complexities where she could make a bigger impact, stating, "If I get into politics, I want a state with complexities I can work on and be the Queen I am in that field also." Her tweet was in response to a user suggesting that she would contest from the Mandi Lok Sabha Constituency in a by-election.
I was given the option of Gwalior during 2019 Loksabha elections, HP population is hardly 60/70 lakhs, no poverty/crime.If I get in to politics I want a state with complexities i can work on and be the Queen I am in that field also. Small fry like you won’t understand big talks.
— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 17, 2021
My beloved Bharat and Bhartiya Janta’s own party, Bharatiya Janta party ( BJP) has always had my unconditional support, today the national leadership of BJP has announced me as their Loksabha candidate from my birth place Himachal Pradesh, Mandi (constituency) I abide by the high…
— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 24, 2024
The resurfacing of this tweet has led to mixed reactions online. While some criticize Kangana for what they see as a contradiction between her words and actions, others defend her right to choose her political path. One commenter noted, "One thing you should know about actors and politicians – they always do the exact opposite of what they say in public."
Despite the controversy surrounding her old tweet, Kangana has embraced her new political journey with enthusiasm. In a recent tweet, she expressed her gratitude for being chosen as the BJP's candidate from Mandi, stating, "I feel honoured and elated to officially join the party. I look forward to be a worthy karyakarta (worker) and a reliable public servant."
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Kangana's foray into politics adds another chapter to her already eventful career, which has seen her excel in the world of acting while also making headlines for her outspoken opinions on various issues. Her journey in politics is sure to be closely watched, with many eager to see how she navigates this new chapter in her life.
