Kangana Ranaut, the multifaceted actor and politician, once again made waves with her frank comments at the Rising Bharat Summit 2026 held in Mumbai. Renowned for her candid perspectives on the film industry, Kangana didn’t shy away from expressing her thoughts during a rapid-fire segment where she was asked to choose between notable directors.
When asked to select the superior filmmaker among Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, and Aditya Chopra, Kangana opted out of making a choice. She boldly stated that her standards in both filmmaking and acting were far too high for the options presented to her. This response attracted attention for its sharpness and clear jab at some of Bollywood’s most established figures.
Kangana’s contentious history with Karan Johar is well-known, stemming from her allegations against him for fostering nepotism within the industry. Since that time, she has consistently criticized what she terms the inner circle of Bollywood, labeling it a closed network that marginalizes newcomers.
In a lighter moment during the session, she was asked to name a close friend among her fellow stars. While she clarified that she didn’t have sudden close friendships, she did describe Salman Khan as “quite cool,” adding a touch of warmth to her otherwise pointed commentary.
Kangana was also asked to name the best actress among the newer generation, including Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, and Sara Ali Khan. She chose Ananya, bringing a playful note to the discussion.
This event further underscored Kangana’s reputation as one of Bollywood’s most outspoken and unfiltered voices. Whether offering praise or criticism, she remains unafraid to share her opinions on the film industry’s inner workings, keeping her comments relevant in the ongoing dialogue about power, influence, and creative integrity in Hindi cinema.
In addition, Kangana recently shared a mysterious post on her social media, advising her followers to steer clear of ‘zombies’—those lacking ambition or emotional intelligence. Her message encouraged seeking out individuals who are ‘smarter than you’ for personal growth, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive and ambitious people, rather than those who undermine success.