Bollywood actor Anupam Kher denied Pakistani visa

Mumbai, Feb 2: Bollywood actor Anupam Kher has been denied a Pakistani visa, reports said on Tuesday. Kher was to attend the Karachi Literature Festival which will commence from Feb 5.

Kher speaking to ANI said: "I am very sad and disappointed that out of 18 participants 17 were given visa and I was denied."

Kher was to attend the Lit Fest alongwith other prominent India celebrities such as former Foreign Minister Salman Khurshid, journalist Barkha Dutt and Bollywood actress Nandita Das.

Meanwhile, the Pakistan High Commissioner told ANI that they have received no visa application from Anupam Kher.

Over 20 books will be launched at the three-day literary event, which will also witness over 200 speakers participating at the event.

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