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Kangana Ranaut Criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Patriarchy Comments

Kangana Ranaut responded to Rahul Gandhi's remarks on patriarchy, sparking political discourse and criticism from the BJP.

26 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Kangana Ranaut recently addressed Rahul Gandhi's call to 'smash the patriarchy' by sharing a post that included an image of Gandhi making his statement. Ranaut's response included the phrase 'Bro, wait. Bharat Mata ki jai shuru karte hain,' suggesting a different focus in the discussion around gender issues.

The BJP has targeted Rahul Gandhi, questioning the sincerity of his remarks regarding patriarchy and women empowerment. According to BJP leader Bansuri Swaraj, Gandhi's statements are hypocritical, especially in light of past derogatory remarks made by Congress members about women leaders such as Kangana Ranaut and Hema Malini.

Gandhi's campaign emphasizes challenging patriarchal structures and advocating for women's rights. He has called for an end to the restrictions imposed on women within Indian society, aiming to empower them to make their own choices.

The contrasting viewpoints have fueled a broader discussion on gender issues, with various political parties weighing in on the appropriateness and authenticity of Gandhi's stance on patriarchy. The advertisement related to this discussion was reportedly pulled down on Wednesday.

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