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Joke row: Stand-up comic Kunal Kamra granted anticipatory interim bail by Madras HC over 'gaddar' jibe

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The Madras high court granted interim anticipatory bail to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra after his video mocking Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde caused outrage. The video, featuring political satire and criticisms of various leaders, led to threats and an FIR against Kamra.
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Comedian Kunal Kamra’s advocate V. Suresh said, Between March 24 and 27, the situation in Bombay became unsafe for Kunal, prompting him to seek Transit Anticipatory Bail from the Madras High Court. The court issued notice to Bombay police for their response and adjourned the...

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