New Delhi:
Imran Khan landed in trouble after he was detained in Mumbai after participating in the Cockroach Janata Party protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The actor, who holds US citizenship and an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, later received a deportation notice asking him to leave India by October 28. Delhi Belly Director, Abhinay Dev has now reacted to the news saying how “shocked” he was.
Abhine Dev said mid-day, “Yes, I was very surprised. I know him. I don’t know his motives; only he knows. What plans he has, what he likes in life, or what his choices are, those are only his choices, and I don’t think we have any right to speak about them.”
He added, “But one thing I know about him is that he’s one of the most genuine people I know. Incredibly gentle and very nice, and that’s all I can say. That’s all I know about him; he’s an extraordinary person.”
Abhinay Dev also recalled how brave Imran Khan was during the performance Delhi Belly Stunts, as the actor loved to do them.
He said, “Very brave, as we can see but even then, when we were filming Delhi BellyHe loved doing his own stunts. So, the brave angle was really evident even then. He is such a lovely person. “…
Why was Imran Khan issued a notice to leave India?
The notice allegedly alleged violations of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, in connection with Imran’s participation in a demonstration in Mumbai on October 10.
The resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was demanded over allegations of irregularities in the Special Intensive Review (SIR) exercise conducted across the country.
Following the notice, Imran approached the Bombay High Court on Saturday, challenging the directive and seeking its cancellation.
Imran Khan moved the Bombay High Court against the notice
In his petition, the 44-year-old actor termed the notice as “unconstitutional” and sought its cancellation. He also requested an immediate stay on the notice while the court considers his petition.
Imran’s petition seeks protection from coercive measures including deportation, Look Out Circular (LOC), blacklisting and any action that may affect his Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status.
The actor alleged that the notice was issued through a “non-bonafide” exercise of power. He also described the action as a “high-handed and grossly unconscionable abuse of power”.
With legal proceedings underway, Imran has sought relief from the directive requiring him to leave India by October 28.
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