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Kangana Ranaut praises Gen Z after previous criticism

BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut has publicly praised Gen Z as the strength and pride of India, marking a shift from her earlier remarks. Ranaut previously sparked controversy by referring to the generation as a gutter generation following protests in Delhi. Her recent comments, made outside Parliament on Friday, follow remarks by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, who suggested that the demands of the younger generation should be heard and that they are not anti-national.

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What Happened

BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut recently described Gen Z as the strength and pride of India. This statement follows her earlier characterization of the generation as a gutter generation, a comment she made in response to protests held at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. Ranaut addressed the media outside Parliament on Friday to clarify her stance, stating that the entire generation should not be judged based on the actions of a few individuals.

The shift in rhetoric occurred shortly after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed support for the younger generation, noting that their demands should be acknowledged and that they are not anti-national. Ranaut echoed these sentiments, describing the youth as assets to the nation and ambassadors of Indian culture. Her initial comments had previously drawn widespread criticism and sparked significant public debate.

Key Facts

  1. Kangana Ranaut is a BJP MP and actor.
  2. Ranaut previously referred to Gen Z as a gutter generation.
  3. The initial comments were made in response to protests in Delhi.
  4. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat recently spoke about the importance of listening to Gen Z.
  5. Ranaut praised Gen Z as the strength and pride of the country on Friday.

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  1. 7 Aug

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  • English1 outlet
  • Bengaliবাংলা1 outlet
  • Tamilதமிழ்1 outlet
  • Odiaଓଡ଼ିଆ1 outlet

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