Once more taking aim at Naseeruddin Shah, Vivek Agnihotri said, "He likes to support terrorists, I don't."

A well-known director, Vivek Agnihotri, made news by denouncing Naseeruddin Shah once more.

Agnihotri stirs up new controversy by charging Naseeruddin Shah with aiding terrorists.

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The ongoing conflict between the two celebrities has received a lot of media attention.

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Agnihotri challenges Shah's position on a number of political and social topics, igniting a public discussion.

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The director claims that he does not agree with Naseeruddin Shah's purported support for terrorist organizations.

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Ideological divisions within the entertainment sector are shown by the verbal exchange between Agnihotri and Shah

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Agnihotri's remarks demonstrate his unwavering position on issues of terrorism and national security.

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Respected actor Naseeruddin Shah has already spoken out on a number of socio-political concerns in India.

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The debate highlights the various viewpoints and beliefs held by Indian public leaders.

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The prolonged argument between these two public figures continues to spark national debates about free speech and opposing points of view.

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