"Film Industry Not Divided Ideologically": Lyricist Javed Akhtar

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While discussing the recent calls for boycotting Bollywood films and censorship, lyricist Javed Akhtar says, "If certain states are having issues with content, then the people should ask for a censor board in their state government." He also says that the film industry is not divided ideologically, and that Indian film industry is a good example of harmony.

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