Mirzapur Gym Conversion Case: UP Gangsters Act Invoked Against 10 Accused The Uttar Pradesh Police have invoked the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters Act and the Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act against 10 individuals arrested for their alleged involvement in a religious conversion racket operating from five gyms in Mirzapur. All 10 accused are currently in custody, and the gyms involved have been sealed off following the investigation. The case was registered at the Kotwali Dehat police station, where the probe began after a woman filed a complaint through the Uttar Pradesh Police Women’s Helpline. The investigation revealed that the accused, comprising gym owners and trainers, allegedly harassed, blackmailed, and pressured female gym trainees into converting to their religion. Police stated that the Gangsters Act was applied based on evidence collected during the inquiry, which included findings of intentional insult, extortion, criminal intimidation, assault, and unlawful religious conversion. The accused were booked on multiple charges, including crimes against women and conspiracy to secure financial and material gains. The probe uncovered a broader scheme where Hindu women were lured under the guise of fitness training, only to be drawn into a network aimed at exploiting them for personal and collective profit. The police identified alleged gang leader Imran Khan, along with his associates, as central figures in the conspiracy. Station House Officer Amit Kumar Mishra confirmed that the case was registered under the UP Gangsters Act due to the substantial evidence gathered. Among the accused are prominent figures such as Faizal Khan, who previously won titles like “Mr Mirzapur” and “Mr Purvanchal,” and 39-year-old maulvi Khalilur Rahman.#imran_khan #mirzapur #uttar_pradesh_gangsters_act #kotwali_dehat #uttar_pradesh_police_womens_helpline
Hindutva finds a new target – ‘gym jihad’ The Uttar Pradesh Police recently invoked the Gangsters Act and the Anti-Social Activities Prevention Act against 10 gym owners in Mirzapur, accusing them of waging a so-called “gym jihad.” The authorities allege that the accused had ensnared more than 50 women, though the claims remain unverified. These legal actions have sparked debates about the need for impartial investigations into the allegations, which are part of a broader pattern of conspiracy theories targeting Indian Muslims. The term “gym jihad” is part of a series of narratives that have emerged in recent years, often framed as strategies to portray Muslims as threats to Hindu communities. These theories, such as “love jihad,” have been repeatedly debunked by legal experts and courts, which have pointed out that Indian law does not recognize such terms. Despite this, several states have enacted “anti-love jihad” laws, which critics argue are used to suppress interfaith relationships. The article highlights how Hindutva groups have weaponized these conspiracy theories to stoke fears of a perceived Muslim threat. For instance, “land jihad” claims that Muslims are building shrines on public land, while “cow jihad” alleges that Muslims are stealing cattle. Other fabricated narratives include “organ jihad,” which falsely claims Muslims and Christians are transplanting organs into Hindus, and “thook jihad,” which accuses Muslim fruit vendors of spitting on their wares to spread disease. The piece also details other invented “jihads,” such as “fertiliser jihad,” where Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged Muslim farmers are harming public health by using excessive fertilizers, and “flood jihad,” which claims Muslims deliberately break river embankments to cause floods.#aam_aadmi_party #uttar_pradesh_police #mirzapur #hindutva_groups #abhishek_dipke
Devyenndu on His Characters in Mirzapur and Glory: A Deep Dive into Devender During an exclusive interview with Filmfare, actor Divyenndu reflected on his portrayal of two distinct characters in the projects Mirzapur and Glory. The discussion centered around his character Devender in Glory, contrasting him with his iconic role as Munna Tripathi in Mirzapur. While fans of Mirzapur have long anticipated the release of Mirzapur: The Movie, Divyenndu emphasized that his new character, Devender, is a far cry from Munna in both temperament and background. When asked whether Devender shares similarities with Munna, Divyenndu categorically stated that the two characters exist in entirely different worlds. "Dev does not want to be in this world. He hates and detests it completely," he explained. Unlike Munna, who embodies a mix of cunning and charisma, Devender is portrayed as a man burdened by trauma and existential despair. Divyenndu described Devender as "a man child who does not know how to express himself," highlighting his emotional instability and lack of self-awareness. The actor elaborated on Devender’s complex psyche, noting that his past is marked by "dramatic and disturbing" events that have left him trapped in a state of limbo. "There’s no meaning to his existence," Divyenndu said, adding that the character’s motivation stems from a "dark space." This internal conflict manifests in Devender’s volatile nature, which the actor likened to an "active volcano" capable of erupting at any moment. Divyenndu expressed a sense of pity for Devender, describing him as a figure constantly in pain. "He doesn’t even know his own emotions and feelings," the actor noted, underscoring the character’s inability to reconcile with his past.#filmfare #divyenndu #mirzapur #glory #devender
