Trouble Mounts for Kunal Kamra as Mumbai Police Issue Summons Over Statement Row

Kunal Kamra Controversy : Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra's troubles are increasing over the controversial remarks made without naming Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Mumbai's Khar Police has sent a summon to the comedian regarding the matter. The police has sent summons to Kamra to appear for investigation of the case. Kunal Kamra is out of Maharashtra, so this summons has also been sent to him on WhatsApp. Kunal Kamra has been asked to appear before the investigating officer at 11 am today. Also, a team of Khar Police went to Kunal Kamra's house on Monday and also gave a copy of the summons to his parents.

Kunal Kamra condemns vandalism at Habitat Club
Kunal Kamra gave his reaction by sharing a post on Instagram on Monday. He also condemned the vandalism at the Habitat Club and said that he would not apologize. The comedian said, "The entertainment venue is only a stage. A place for all kinds of shows. Habitat (or any other venue) is not responsible for my comedy, nor does it have any control over what I say or do. Nor does any political party do this." Kamra further said, "Attacking a venue for the words of a comedian is as stupid as overturning a truck carrying tomatoes because you did not like the butter chicken served."

'It is not against the law to mock our leaders'
Kunal Kamra spoke about the threats he has been receiving, saying, "Our right to freedom of speech and expression should not be used only to flatter the powerful and the rich, even if today's media would have us believe otherwise. Your inability to tolerate jokes at the expense of a powerful public figure does not change the nature of my right. As far as I know, it is not against the law to mock our leaders and the circus that is our political system. However, I am willing to cooperate with the police and the court for any legal action taken against me."