Kangana Ranaut, a prominent actress who has repeatedly taken strong positions against terrorism, has forcefully criticized Pakistan following the deadly attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025. Reacting on social media, Kangana Ranaut called for decisive action, openly condemning Pakistan as tensions spike between the two neighboring countries. Her remarks come just days after the attack resulted in the deaths of 27 people, most of whom were Hindu tourists, alongside a Christian tourist and a local Muslim, with over 20 others injured.
Kangana Ranaut took to her Instagram stories to share several posts, expressing solidarity with the Indian army and condemning the alleged involvement of Pakistan-based terror groups. She cited reports of Pakistan being questioned at a United Nations Security Council meeting regarding Lashkar-e-Taiba’s connection to the Pahalgam attack. In a sharply worded message, Kangana Ranaut described Pakistan as a country “full of terrorists,” declaring it should be “wiped off the world map.” Her post read,
“Bloody cockroaches… creepy, nasty nation full of terrorists… should be wiped out from the world map only…”
In addition to her criticism, Kangana Ranaut praised the Indian government’s defense initiatives, referencing the S-400 Air Defence System. She highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 2018 agreement with Russia for the S-400 deal, writing,
“Our Sudarshan Chakra – the S-400 Air Defence System – demolished the Pakistani air attack! Among the world’s most powerful defence technologies, the S-400 deal was signed by PM Narendra Modi’s govt with Russia in 2018 #OperationSindoor.”
Background events leading to these statements include Operation Sindoor, launched by India as a targeted strike against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan, specifically Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed hubs. This follows claims by The Resistance Front, allegedly linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, taking responsibility for the Pahalgam attack. India responded with missile strikes on nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, while Pakistan reported civilian casualties and retaliated with drone and missile attacks on Indian cities, including Amritsar.
The statements by Kangana Ranaut underscore the emotional turbulence and frustration gripping many in India following renewed violence and escalating military conflict. The strong rhetoric sheds light on the growing negativity between the two nations, as both sides endure civilian casualties and international pressure for de-escalation. With conditions tense and ongoing exchanges reported, the long-term impact remains uncertain, though calls for decisive action, such as those voiced by Kangana Ranaut, could shape public sentiment and policy responses in the days ahead.
