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Bengali Actors Face FIR After BJP Power Shift

Published Friday, May 22, 2026 · Updated May 23

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Bengali actors Swastika Mukherjee and Parambrata Chatterjee are facing a police complaint and FIR under Sections 109 and 153 of the Indian Penal Code. The complaint, lodged by lawyer Tarun Jyoti Tewari, pertains to social media posts from 2021 related to post-poll violence, alleging the actors spread false news and incited violence. This legal action comes after a power shift to the BJP in West Bengal, with the actors reportedly aligned with the former ruling party.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A police complaint was filed against actors Swastika Mukherjee and Parambrata Chatterjee on Thursday, leading to an FIR under Sections 109 and 153 of the Indian Penal Code.
  • The FIR was filed in connection with social media posts from 2021 related to post-poll violence.
  • Lawyer Tarun Jyoti Tewari lodged the complaint, alleging the actors spread "false news" and "incited violence."
  • The FIR follows a power shift to the BJP in West Bengal, with the actors perceived as aligned with the former ruling party.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

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    The Hindu highlights the increased scrutiny and legal challenges faced by Bengali actors perceived to be aligned with the former ruling party following the BJP's ascent to power in West Bengal.

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