Sanjay Gupta criticises Bollywood posters that show stars smoking

By United One News · AI-generated summary of 2 outlets' reporting

Published 27 Sept 2026, 09:47 UTC · Updated 27 Sept 2026, 15:38 UTC

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Sanjay Gupta criticised promotional posters for “Love & War,” “Dhurandhar,” and “Animal” that depict actors smoking, citing a conflict with anti‑smoking messages.

• Gupta posted a collage on X featuring Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh, and Ranbir Kapoor smoking.
• He argued the posters contradict the anti‑smoking warnings shown in cinemas.
• The criticism highlights a broader debate over health messaging in film marketing.

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Sanjay Gupta Slams Posters Of Vicky Kaushal's Love & War, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar And Ranbir Kapoor's Animal Over Anti-Smoking Ads

Timeline

First reported by Indian Express on 27 Sept 2026, 09:47 UTC; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.

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• Center (2): Indian Express, Free Press Journal

Sources

• Love & War, Dhurandhar, Animal: Sanjay Gupta slams Bollywood posters showing stars smoking — Indian Express (center) · 27 Sept 2026, 09:47 UTC
• Sanjay Gupta Slams Posters Of Vicky Kaushal's Love & War, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar And Ranbir Kapoor's Animal Over Anti-Smoking Ads — Free Press Journal (center) · 27 Sept 2026, 15:38 UTC

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