Tensions in Parliament have boiled over into a public spat, with Kangana Ranaut unleashing a scathing rebuke against Rahul Gandhi over his Epstein files reference. The Leader of Opposition’s quip about untapped ‘maal’ in the documents targeting PM Modi prompted the actress-MP’s fierce retaliation.
‘From a person with a rotten and perverted psyche who describes Epstein files as full of maal and kebab—what else is to be expected?’ Ranaut posted, capturing national attention.
Gandhi argued that significant portions of the Epstein records are still under wraps, fueling public curiosity and demands for revelation. The files stem from the probe into Jeffrey Epstein’s illicit activities, culminating in a massive data dump by U.S. officials—encompassing documents, videos, and images.
Epstein’s 2019 jailhouse death, amid sex-trafficking charges, remains shrouded in suspicion despite the suicide verdict. An MEA statement debunked a file mention of Modi’s 2017 Israel visit as criminal fantasy, advising dismissal.
Ranaut’s intervention adds Bollywood flair to the political drama, her bold style contrasting Gandhi’s measured critiques. This isn’t the first time international issues have crossed into Indian debates, but the personal barbs elevate the stakes.
Supporters of Gandhi view his comments as a legitimate quest for truth, while detractors see them as crude political maneuvering. The MEA’s firm stance reinforces government transparency on foreign matters.
Looking ahead, this feud could shape narratives in upcoming electoral battles, with social media amplifying every twist. It underscores the evolving dynamics where celebrities-turned-politicians like Ranaut play pivotal roles in shaping discourse.