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Delhi Belly Director Reacts To Imran Khan's 'Leave India' Notice
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News18•17-10-2026, 12:11
Delhi Belly Director Abhinay Deo Reacts To Imran Khan's Leave India Notice
  • •Filmmaker Abhinay Deo has urged people to respect actor Imran Khan's opinions, decisions, and privacy.
  • •Mumbai Police issued a Leave India notice to Imran Khan, directing him to leave the country by October 28.
  • •Action was initiated against Khan under the Immigration Act after he allegedly participated in a protest despite holding an American passport.
  • •Imran Khan's legal team announced plans to challenge the notice in the Bombay High Court next week.
  • •Deo praised Khan as an incredible person and a passionate, sensitive human being based on his experience directing him in Delhi Belly.

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Mumbai Police issued a 'Leave India' notice directing actor Imran Khan to leave the country by October 28 after he participated in a political protest in Mumbai despite not being an Indian citizen.

Imran Khan's legal team announced that the actor will move the Bombay High Court to challenge the 'Leave India' notice, with an appeal expected to be filed next week.

Action was initiated against Imran Khan under Sections 29 and 7 of the Immigration Act due to allegations that he participated in a protest without holding Indian citizenship.