Former co-stars Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan met in Parliament today, years after their movie Miley Naa Miley Hum. Paswan, now a cabinet minister, and Ranaut, a first-time MP, caught up with each other and shared a light moment with a 'low five.' While Paswan has made a name for himself in politics, Ranaut has continued to build a successful career in the film industry.
Actress Kangana Ranaut and politician Chirag Paswan's friendship, which started during their brief stint in the 2011 film Miley Naa Miley Hum, was recently rekindled in a heartwarming moment captured during an NDA meeting in Parliament. As the two hugged and greeted each other, cameras captured the reunion, sparking a wave of support on Indian Twitter for the duo, now dubbed as "RagGana". Despite their divergent career paths, Kangana's success in Bollywood and Chirag's shift to politics, the bond between the two remains strong, showcasing the power of unexpected friendships in the entertainment world.
In a surprising turn of events, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, while campaigning for the late leader Ram Vilas Paswan, rhetorically asked voters to give one chance to Ram Vilas's son, Chirag Paswan, in the upcoming elections. Kumar quickly changed his course and appealed for votes for Chirag, a second-generation politician, saying that the youth leader will bring fresh ideas and work hard for the people of Bihar. The acrimony between Kumar and Junior Paswan seems to be a thing of the past as Chirag has shown his loyalty to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and has filed his nomination papers with a promise to carry forward his father's legacy.
The Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas (LJP-RV) chief and MP Chirag Paswan filed his nomination papers from Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency, which holds significance for his family. He expressed gratitude for the outpouring support from his family and the people of Hajipur during his roadshow. Paswan also remembered his father who had been the MP for eight consecutive terms and paid obeisance at his residence and sought blessings from his mother before filing his nomination. The battle for Hajipur is between Paswan and Rashtriya Janata Dal's Shiv Chandra Ram, who lost in the 2019 elections against a LJP candidate.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Chirag Paswan, who have been at odds for the past four years, met in Patna today. The meeting, facilitated by key leaders from the BJP, marks a potential improvement in their strained alliance as Chirag Paswan contests on only 5 seats in the upcoming elections while JD(U) is contesting on 16. The meeting was also seen as a move towards projecting a unified front in the face of growing criticism and speculation about succession plans.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Democratic Alliance's election campaign in Bihar, with a rally in Jamui. However, while BJP ally Chirag Paswan praised his visit, the ruling party faces opposition criticism on its performance in the state. Modi's record and achievements are being defended by senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad, as the NDA prepares for the first phase of polls in Bihar on April 19.
The battle for the Hajipur Lok Sabha seat is heating up, with Chirag Paswan (founder of the Lok Janshakti Party) set to challenge his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras of the Rashtriya Lok Samata Party. The announcement was made by Paswan himself in an exclusive interview with ABP News, where he also revealed that official NDA candidates will be announced in the coming days. However, the seat-sharing deal has raised questions of betrayal, with Paswan asserting that time in politics is stronger than any individual. Meanwhile, Paras is reportedly in talks with the Opposition I.N.D.I.A fold for a potential entry.
The upcoming Lok Sabha election in Bihar's Hajipur constituency may witness a fierce battle between uncle and nephew, as Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan announces his decision to contest from there while his estranged uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras also expresses interest in the same seat. With this development, the Hajipur constituency is expected to become one of the most closely-watched seats in the polls. Will Pashupati Kumar Paras, who recently resigned from the Union cabinet, stand against his nephew and ally himself with PM Modi, as he has previously stated, or will he choose a different path? Only time will tell.
Pashupati Kumar Paras has resigned from his position as Union Minister and president of Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, stating that his party was treated unfairly in the NDA seat-sharing. After reports emerged that Chirag Paswan's party would receive 5 seats to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, Paras announced his resignation. Sources say he is now in contact with Lalu Prasad Yadav and may leave for Patna this evening.
Amidst a family feud within the Lok Janshakti Party, Pashupati Kumar Paras has stepped down as the Union Minister of Food Processing Industries in the BJP-led NDA government. Paras, the brother of late Ram Vilas Paswan, has accused his nephew Chirag Paswan of injustice and betrayal within the party. There is speculation that Paras may join the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and contest from Hajipur, a seat long held by his brother. However, the BJP has kept its doors open for Paras, believing that he is the true heir to Ram Vilas's political legacy. With this latest development, the delicate alliance between the BJP and Nitish Kumar's JD(U) in Bihar may be in jeopardy.