India, June 10 -- Despite being one of Bollywood's most prominent stars, actor-politician Kangana Ranaut says she remains largely disconnected from the film fraternity. Asked if she has received any reactions to her upcoming film Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, Ranaut responds, "Film industry people don't message me."

The remark also comes days after Ranaut weighed in on the controversy surrounding actor Ranveer Singh, whose reported fallout with sections of the film industry (Don 3 exit, FWICE's non-cooperation directive and subsequent developments) has sparked debate in recent weeks. Drawing a parallel with her own experience, Ranaut had said, "You are asking me, I have been banned by everybody!"

The actor adds that criticism and opposition...