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Published 08:19 IST, October 31st 2023

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to attend special screening of Kangana Ranaut's film Tejas

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to attend a special screening of Kangana Ranaut's latest film Tejas in Lucknow on Tuesday.

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Tejas | Image: Kangana Ranaut/Instagram

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to attend a special screening of Kangana Ranaut's latest film, Tejas, alongside the leading lady herself. This screening will take place at the Lok Bhawan Auditorium in Lucknow on Tuesday. The film, released on October 27, 2023, focuses on the remarkable journey of Tejas Gill, an Air Force pilot, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by Indian Air Force personnel in safeguarding the nation.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath | Image: ANI

Tejas: A tribute to Indian Air Force

Before the release of the film, Kangana also hosted a special screening of Tejas for Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and several Indian Air Force Officers at the Indian Airforce Auditorium in Delhi. Kangana Ranaut further expressed heartfelt gratitude to Rajnath Singh and Indian Air Force officers for watching Tejas at a special screening in Delhi.

Tejas poster | Image: IMDb

Kangana Ranaut requests fans to watch Tejas

Recognising the challenges faced by the film industry, especially in the wake of the ongoing pandemic, Kangana Ranaut took to social media to share a video message. In the video posted on X (formerly Twitter), she emphasised the importance of supporting theaters. She pointed out the drastic decline in theatrical footfalls, even after offering free tickets and reasonable deals.

A still from Tejas | Image: IMDb

She said, "Even before covid theatrical footfalls were dipping drastically post covid it has become seriously rapid. Many theatres are shutting down and even after free tickets and many reasonable offers drastic footfall decline is continuing. Requesting people to watch films in theatres and enjoy with family and friends or else they (theatres) won’t be able to survive. Thanks." Meanwhile, Tejas released on October 27 and is directed by Sarvesh Mewara.

What's next for Kangana?

Kangana Ranaut will next be seen portraying the character of India's former Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, in the upcoming film Emergency. The actress shared her personal investment in Emergency and announced that the film has been postponed to November 24. The film explores an intriguing chapter of Indian political history.

Updated 08:19 IST, October 31st 2023