Kangana Ranaut, the Bollywood actor and BJP candidate from Mandi, expressed her gratitude to the people of Mandi for their support in her electoral debut. Accompanied by her mother, Asha Ranaut, and sister, Rangoli Chandel, Kangana filed her nomination for the Lok Sabha elections in a traditional green saree and Himachali cap, marking the significance of the occasion.
Following the nomination, Kangana shared her optimism about her political journey, stating her confidence in achieving success in politics akin to her achievements in Bollywood. She attributed her candidacy to the overwhelming love and support of the people of Mandi, highlighting the progress made by women in the region despite past challenges like female foeticide.
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Echoing Kangana’s sentiments, her mother, Asha Ranaut, expressed unwavering confidence in her daughter’s victory, citing Kangana’s dedication to serving the people. Rangoli Chandel extended her best wishes to Kangana for her new endeavor. In her bid for a seat in the Lower House, Kangana faces tough competition from Congress heavyweight Vikramaditya Singh, son of late former chief minister Virbhadra Singh, in the upcoming elections scheduled for June 1 in Himachal Pradesh.
Amidst her political aspirations, Kangana continues to mesmerize audiences with her upcoming film “Emergency,” which also marks her directorial debut. Scheduled for release on June 14, the film delves into the life of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, with Kangana portraying the titular role. Alongside acclaimed actors like Anupam Kher and Mahima Chaudhary, Kangana’s performance is highly anticipated by her fans.
As Kangana embarks on this dual journey of politics and cinema, her determination and talent continue to inspire millions across the nation.