Tensions are running high after the recent Kashmir terror attack, which claimed 26 innocent lives in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The tragedy has sent shockwaves across the country and is now impacting the entertainment world. Superstar Salman Khan has postponed his much-anticipated UK event, The Bollywood Big One, out of respect for the victims.
Salman Khan Postpones “The Bollywood Big One” Show
Salman Khan Postpones “The Bollywood Big One” Show
On Monday, Salman Khan posted on Instagram that The Bollywood Big One performances in Manchester and London, which were to take place on May 4th and 5th, have been rescheduled.
His emotional post stated:
“In the wake of recent tragic incidents in Kashmir, and with deep regret, we have taken the hard decision to postpone The Bollywood Big One performances. Even as we recognize how eagerly our fans were anticipating these performances, we believe that it is appropriate that we should take a recess during this period of mourning. New dates will be announced in due course.”
There are some big stars like Sara Ali Khan, Varun Dhawan, Madhuri Dixit, Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, and Sunil Grover likely to share stage with Salman during the event.
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Event Organizers Official Statement
Event organizers, in turn, also released an official statement through which they asserted that,
“As we take care to understand what is happening around India and Pakistan recently, the organizers of this event have chosen to reschedule the tour because of safety issues of everyone related to the whole activity.”
They further stated that ticket holders can get refunds from the same points where they made the purchase.
Salman Khan Reacts To Kashmir Terror Attack
Last week, Salman Khan posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, about the Kashmir terror attack. He posted:
“Kashmir, heaven on Earth, is turning into hell. Innocent people are being targeted. My heart goes out to their families. Ek bhi innocent ko marna, puri kainaat ko marne ke barabar hai.”
A few other celebrities, such as Pawan Kalyan, also condemned the incident and stood in support of the victims.
Regarding the Kashmir Terror Attack
On 22nd April, masked militants fired bullets at tourists at Baisaran, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
The attack was made at about 3 PM, killing 26 civilians and injuring another 20. Security forces moved into the area soon after the firing.
The incident has triggered renewed tensions between India and Pakistan, with widespread condemnation pouring in.