BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut has once again made headlines by sharing a meme from Christopher Nolan’s film The Odyssey to mock Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The meme comes amid the ongoing Vande Mataram row, where several BJP leaders have accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the full rendition of the national song during the Independence Day celebrations at the Congress headquarters. Kangana, known for her strong political opinions, reposted the meme on social media with a caption that caught everyone’s attention.
The Meme That Sparked Fresh Debate
Kangana shared a meme featuring a scene from Christopher Nolan’s recent blockbuster The Odyssey. The scene shows the protagonist Odysseus screaming in extreme pain as he hears the enchanting yet deadly song of the Sirens. In Greek mythology, the Sirens are dangerous bird-women creatures who lure passing sailors to their deaths on the rocky shores of their island.
The meme compared Odysseus’s dramatic reaction to Sonia Gandhi’s alleged response while listening to Vande Mataram. The text on the meme read: “Sonia Gandhi after 2nd verse”. Sharing the post, Kangana wrote: “I usually don’t enjoy or post memes but this one cracked me up”.
The meme quickly went viral on social media, with many users sharing and commenting on it. The comparison was seen as a direct mockery of the Congress leader’s alleged reaction during the national song rendition at the party headquarters on Independence Day.
What Is the Vande Mataram Controversy?
The controversy started after several BJP leaders accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the complete rendition of Vande Mataram during the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Congress headquarters. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also alleged that Sonia Gandhi asked for the song to be stopped midway through the programme.
According to reports, the full version of Vande Mataram was sung despite the party’s position that only its first two stanzas would be rendered. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge unfurled the Tricolour at the party headquarters during the Independence Day celebrations, following which singers began rendering Vande Mataram. The singing continued through the full version of the national song despite the party’s stand to restrict the rendition to its first two stanzas. Sonia Gandhi was reportedly the first to notice that the singers were continuing with the full version. She allegedly gestured towards Kharge and later appeared to communicate with the singers, asking them to stop.
On Sunday, complaints were filed against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi for allegedly showing disrespect to the national song. However, the Congress has denied all such claims and asserted that there was no attempt to stop the singing of the full version of the national song. The party clarified that Sonia Gandhi was only asking for a chair for Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, as he had been standing for a while.
The controversy comes days after Parliament cleared amendments to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, granting Vande Mataram status at par with the national anthem.
Kangana’s Strong Words Against Congress
Kangana did not stop at sharing the meme. She also made strong statements against the Congress leadership, comparing them to people in Pakistan. Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Kangana said: “Vande Mataram represents the consciousness of India. As an artist, I understand the impact that art and poetry can have on people. The level of opposition and hatred shown towards it, and the efforts made to stop its rendition, are deeply concerning”.
She added: “I would say that even people in Pakistan may not show such a reaction”. Kangana further claimed that Congress is not only becoming anti-BJP but also against the country. She said: “Congress is not only against BJP, but against the country”.
Kangana made these remarks after visiting Siddhivinayak and Mumba Devi temples and performing Rudra Abhishek on Nag Panchami. She also said that the BJP has strengthened its team to address the challenges facing the country, including the spread of Naxal ideology and the narratives being promoted on social media.
Congress Denies Allegations
The Congress party has firmly rejected all allegations. Party leaders have maintained that there was no attempt to interrupt or stop the complete rendition of Vande Mataram. They clarified that Sonia Gandhi was merely asking for a chair for Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, who had reportedly been standing for some time.
Despite the denial, the controversy has continued to escalate, with BJP leaders and supporters using it to target the Congress leadership. The meme shared by Kangana has added fuel to the fire, with social media users divided over the issue.
Kangana’s History of Controversial Statements
This is not the first time Kangana Ranaut has made headlines for her controversial statements. The actor-turned-politician recently stirred controversy by calling female protesters a ‘gutter generation’. She had said: “Never in my life have I seen so much ugliness in one place. These reels from Gen Z protests are puke-inducing. The way they speak and the kind of language they are using… never in my life have I seen everything in each and every frame so jarring and so crass all at once….I call them Generation Gutter”.
She added: “You call yourself cockroaches and look/behave like them as well… there is no paradox or juxtaposition there, just simply subjecting the world to your filth, garbage and ugliness. I am scarred from these reels, need some healing, digital detox”.
Kangana’s remarks drew widespread criticism from various quarters, with many accusing her of making insensitive comments. However, she has remained unapologetic about her views.
Social Media Reactions
The meme shared by Kangana has generated mixed reactions on social media. While some users supported her and found the meme funny, others criticized her for mocking a senior political leader. One user commented: “Kangana never fails to entertain with her bold statements”. Another user wrote: “This is not the way to talk about our national leaders”.
The meme has also sparked a debate about the use of social media by politicians to target their opponents. Many have pointed out that Kangana, as a Member of Parliament, should be more careful with her words and actions.
The Odyssey Connection
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has been a major hit, and the scene featuring Odysseus and the Sirens has become one of the most talked-about moments in the film. In the movie, Odysseus is shown screaming as he hears the fatal song of the Sirens, which his ears couldn’t bear. The Sirens are deadly half-women who lure sailors to crash on their rocky shores.
The meme uses this scene to draw a parallel between Odysseus’s reaction and Sonia Gandhi’s alleged response to Vande Mataram. The comparison has been seen as a clever way to mock the Congress leader, but it has also been criticized for being in poor taste.
Political Implications
The Vande Mataram controversy and Kangana’s meme have added to the political tensions between the BJP and the Congress. With the 2026 elections approaching, both parties are using every opportunity to attack each other. The controversy has also raised questions about the role of national symbols in Indian politics and how they are used to score political points.
Kangana’s meme has been seen as a reflection of the BJP’s aggressive stance against the Congress. However, critics have argued that such actions only serve to divide the country further and distract from more important issues.
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What Happens Next?
The controversy is unlikely to die down anytime soon. The Congress has already filed complaints against the BJP leaders who made allegations against Sonia Gandhi. The party has also demanded an apology from Kangana for her remarks. Meanwhile, the BJP has continued to defend Kangana and has accused the Congress of disrespecting the national song.
As the political battle intensifies, Kangana Ranaut remains at the center of the storm. Her bold statements and social media posts continue to generate buzz, making her one of the most talked-about figures in Indian politics today.
The Vande Mataram controversy has once again highlighted the deep political divisions in the country. While the BJP has used the issue to target the Congress, the opposition party has dismissed the allegations as baseless. The meme shared by Kangana has added a new dimension to the debate, with many seeing it as a reflection of the growing polarisation in Indian politics.
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