Shehzad Poonawalla Hits Back At Riya Ahir

A war of words has erupted between Mumbai-based model Riya Ahir and former BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla. The controversy began when Poonawalla criticised Ahir for failing to secure an entry into Bigg Boss 20.

Ahir had gained attention after a video of her stopping a police van during the Gen Z protests went viral. However, she lost the public vote to enter Bigg Boss Season 20 to Punjabi actress Love Gill.

Poonawalla targeted Ahir in a reel, alleging that her viral protest image was part of a political strategy. He claimed that the photograph was first made viral as part of a protest before political leaders from Rahul Gandhi to Raj Thackeray amplified it.

Ahir responded to Poonawalla, addressing him as 'Poonawala Uncle' and accusing him of targeting younger women. She requested him to keep his personal opinions out of her life.

Poonawalla questioned Ahir's political backing, alleging that she had support from a 'Left-wing ecosystem' and 'anti-Modi YouTubers'. He compared Ahir to Love Gill, saying that Gill visits temples, goes to gurdwaras, and respects the Indian Army.

The war of words escalated when Poonawalla responded to Ahir's comment, saying 'Rahul Gandhi cannot win elections, how will he make you win'.

The controversy has sparked a debate about the role of politics in social media and the treatment of young women in public discourse.

Riya Ahir, 28, has been in the spotlight since her video went viral. She has been followed by several political leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Raj Thackeray, and Supriya Sule.

Shehzad Poonawalla, 38, has been a vocal critic of the opposition and has often targeted young women on social media.

The incident has raised questions about the impact of social media on public opinion and the responsibility of public figures to promote respectful discourse.

In the end, the war of words between Ahir and Poonawalla highlights the challenges of navigating social media and the importance of promoting respectful and constructive dialogue.