Renowned Indian producer and director Ashoke Pandit, known for his notable contributions to the Indian film industry, faced a sudden setback as his Twitter account was suspended shortly before the highly anticipated release of his much-talked-about movie, “72 Hoorain.” The unexpected suspension has triggered a wave of reactions among netizens, with many expressing their support for Pandit and urging tech mogul Elon Musk to intervene and reinstate the filmmaker’s account.
Twitter, one of the leading social media platforms, suspended Ashoke Pandit’s account @ashokepandit without providing specific reasons for the action. The timing of the suspension, just before the release of “72 Hoorain,” has raised eyebrows and led to speculation about potential motives behind the account’s suspension.
Pandit, a prominent figure in the Indian film fraternity, is widely recognized for his contributions as a producer and director. Over the years, he has garnered a large following on Twitter, where he regularly shares his thoughts, updates about his projects, and engages with his fans and followers.
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Netizens Reaction on suspension of Ashoke Pandit’s Account
Upon learning about Pandit’s account suspension, netizens swiftly took to social media platforms to express their solidarity with the filmmaker. The hashtag #RestoreAshokePanditAccount quickly gained traction, with users sharing their disappointment and urging Twitter to reconsider its decision. Many users also directed their appeals to Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, known for his active presence on Twitter and influence in the tech industry.
Netizens pointed out that the suspension of Pandit’s account just before the release of “72 Hoorain” seemed suspicious and potentially aimed at hampering the film’s promotion. They highlighted the need for a fair and transparent approach from social media platforms to ensure freedom of expression and equal opportunities for artists and creators.
Why account of @ashokepandit is suspended right before the release of his movie #72Hoorain ? @Twitter
Pls restore the handle immediately pic.twitter.com/OFfvlV5kNt
— Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) June 14, 2023
Account of famous Indian producer and director @ashokepandit is suspended by Twitter right before the release of his much talked about movie #72Hoorain
Netizens request @elonmusk to restore his account pic.twitter.com/A3R8RkQUhL
— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) June 14, 2023
After releasing the trailer of the #72Hoorain movie radical Islamists and the leftist ecosystem have been rattled and they have mass reported the Twitter account of @ashokepandit sir
Hello, @elonmusk your Indian office still have left-leaning employees? pic.twitter.com/p69rZjkEbI
— Vijay Patel🇮🇳 (@vijaygajera) June 14, 2023
हेल्लो @Twitter @elonmusk @TwitterIndia, मशहूर भारतीय फिल्मकार @ashokepandit हैंडल को क्यों सस्पेंड कर दिया गया?
क्या ये किसी दबाव में हो रहा है?कृप्या @ashokepandit जी का हैंडल जल्द से जल्द पुनः स्थापित करे। pic.twitter.com/y0PwsW6L7E
— Dr. Syed Rizwan Ahmed (@Dr_RizwanAhmed) June 14, 2023
In response to the outcry, Ashoke Pandit’s supporters highlighted his extensive body of work, emphasizing his significant contributions to the Indian film industry. They praised his talent, dedication, and commitment to storytelling, underscoring the importance of allowing artists to express themselves freely on social media platforms.
While Twitter is yet to issue a statement regarding the suspension, netizens are eagerly awaiting a response and hoping for a resolution that will allow Ashoke Pandit to regain access to his account.
