Bollywood Music: Music and Politics

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Indian National Congress in the 2014 general elections.

The 2008 film 'Firaaq' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Amitabh Bachchan has been actively involved in politics and has held various political positions, including Member of Parliament and Brand Ambassador for the Government of Gujarat.

The song 'Arziyan' from the 2009 film 'Delhi-6' was used as the theme song for the 2011 anti-corruption movement in India.

The 2003 film 'LOC Kargil' was criticized for its portrayal of the Indian Army and its alleged glorification of war.

Akshay Kumar has been vocal about his political views and has often been criticized for his controversial statements, particularly his support for the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The 2015 film 'Phantom' was banned in Pakistan due to its portrayal of the Pakistani military and its alleged involvement in terrorism.

The song 'Jai Ho' from the 2008 film 'Slumdog Millionaire' was used as the campaign song for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2019 general elections.

Sanjay Dutt has been accused of having links to the underworld and has been involved in several controversies, including his conviction in the 1993 Mumbai bombings case.

The 2009 film 'Jo Bole So Nihaal' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Sikh community and its alleged glorification of violence.

Aamir Khan has been actively involved in social activism and has spoken out against various social issues, including poverty, corruption, and communalism.

The 2019 film 'PM Narendra Modi' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Indian Prime Minister and its alleged glorification of his political career.

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Aam Aadmi Party in the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections.

Salman Khan has been accused of tax evasion and has been involved in several legal battles, including his conviction in the 2002 hit-and-run case.