Ayesha Khan Detained by Mumbai Police During Peaceful Protest
Ayesha Khan's Unexpected Detention
Ayesha Khan, who gained fame with the song 'Shararat' from the Ranveer Singh film Dhurandhar, was apprehended by Mumbai Police on July 22. The actress took to Instagram to reveal that she and two of her female friends were detained for merely 'standing on the road peacefully'. She posted videos from inside the police vehicle, highlighting that it required four policewomen to assist in her entry into the van.
Ayesha Khan Criticizes Mumbai Police Following Her Detention
In one of the videos shared by Ayesha, she expressed her disbelief, stating, "My hands are literally shivering right now. I have been detained just for standing on the road peacefully. I did not even say a word or start a protest. I was just standing because my brother and male friends were detained. We were just standing on the road, my other two female friends and me." In another clip, she inquired about their destination, but received no response, prompting her to question, "How do you all sleep peacefully at night after doing this?"
In a subsequent post, Ayesha demanded clarity on her detention, asking, "Unfortunately, it took four police women to pull me in. But I ask the same question again, why? Did I make a noise? Did I even start a conversation? Detained me for what? For standing in the road? Wasn't even in the group of 5." She also shared a comprehensive video detailing her experience from the Worli police station, stating that she was detained before she could even engage in a conversation. The actress, known for her role in Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, called for accountability regarding the treatment she and her friends received.
Ayesha Khan first rose to prominence after participating in Bigg Boss Season 17. She made her film debut in Telugu cinema with Mukhachitram (2022), followed by roles in Om Bheem Bush and Manamey (both set for release in 2024). She appeared alongside Kapil Sharma in Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 and was featured in the Sunny Deol film Jaat, but her dance number 'Shararat' from Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar brought her widespread recognition.
In related news, numerous celebrities, including Shabana Azmi, Prakash Raj, Kunickaa Sadanand, Hanumankind, and Poonam Pandey, participated in the ongoing youth protests led by CJP at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada were also spotted protesting at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.