Amitabh Bachchan cancels visit to attend WHO meeting in Maldives
The cancellation comes after a social media campaign launched by MP Ahmed Mahloof, the spokesman for the four-party opposition coalition, urging the legendary actor to boycott the Maldives in protest against the deteriorating human rights situation.
07 Sep 2017, 9:00 AM
Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has cancelled a visit to the Maldives to speak at the annual session of the World Health Organisation’s regional committee for Southeast Asia.
A senior manager at the Paradise Island Resort, which is hosting the WHO meeting, confirmed to the Maldives Independent that Bachchan’s booking at the resort was cancelled Thursday upon request of the government.
According to local media, the government informed the resort that the trip was called off at the last minute due to health issues.
The cancellation comes after a social media campaign launched by MP Ahmed Mahloof, the spokesman for the four-party opposition coalition, urging the legendary actor to boycott the Maldives in protest against the deteriorating human rights situation. Several opposition supporters echoed the call on Twitter, tagging Bachchan with posters of his films remade to highlight the jailing of opposition leaders.
Become a member
Get full access to our archive and personalise your experience.
Already a member?
Discussion
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
No comments yet. Be the first to join the conversation!
Join the Conversation
Sign in to share your thoughts under an alias and take part in the discussion. Independent journalism thrives on open, respectful debate — your voice matters.
