After Sharmila and Kangana, Mukesh Khanna weighs in on 'Vande Mataram' debate

In a bold move, actor Mukesh Khanna has proposed the replacement of Jana Gana Mana with Vande Mataram as India's national anthem. Citing Jana Gana Mana's ties to colonial history and its homage to a monarch, Khanna argues that Vande Mataram encapsulates a deeper patriotism. This assertion comes to light following remar

PM Narendra Modi launched a year-long commemoration of the song's 150th anniversary on November 7, 2025. In December, both Houses held special discussions on it, during which the 1937 Congress decision was scrutinised.

‘All parties keep doing this as per their political interests/benefits or to divert the attention of the public from their shortcomings,’ said the BSP leader