Done venting? Indian stars come under fire for encouraging colourism at home while condemning racism in the US
The killing of George Floyd has provoked a global outpouring against police brutality and institutional racism targeting African-Americans and other visible minorities in the US.
However, as many Bollywood observers are pointing out, these stars are not without their own demons when it comes to racial prejudice and support for the far-right. “End this race war here in the US, and around the world. Wherever you live, whatever your circumstances, NO ONE deserves to die, especially at the hands of another because of their skin color,” Chopra wrote in the caption accompanying the image.
Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic and consequent curfews imposed, Indian police have been accused of taking a heavy handed approach to enforcement, with a number of videos of violent beatings of Indian nationals by officers going viral.
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