Hindu extremist leader reportedly announces bounty against Aamir Khan

NEW DELHI: A Hindu extremist leader has reportedly announced a cash reward of 50 million Indian rupees (5 crore) for the killing of Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, following controversial remarks by a politician that reignited debate over the actor’s personal life.

According to Indian media reports, the controversy began after Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane allegedly referred to Aamir Khan as the “brand ambassador of love jihad,” citing the actor’s marriages. The remarks drew widespread attention and fueled political and social debate.

Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya, a Hindu extremist leader based in Ayodhya, publicly endorsed Rane’s comments and reportedly accused Khan of promoting what he described as “love jihad,” a conspiracy theory widely rejected by scholars and unsupported by evidence.

Media reports said Paramhans announced a reward of 50 million rupees for anyone who kills the actor, while also making additional threats against Khan and claiming he would cover the legal expenses of anyone carrying out such an act.

Authorities had not immediately announced any action regarding the reported threats, and Aamir Khan has not publicly responded to the remarks. Threats of violence against individuals are criminal matters under Indian law, and no evidence has been presented to support the allegations made against the actor.