In a heated exchange rocking Bihar’s political corridors, popular Bhojpuri actor and singer Khesari Lal Yadav has taken a sharp dig at BJP MLA Maithili Thakur. Her recent comments in the state assembly comparing RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s affection for son Tejashwi to Dhritarashtra’s blind love for Duryodhan have sparked outrage.
Khesari Lal didn’t hold back, attributing her bold statements to early success. ‘When people achieve fame at a young age, they sometimes speak out of turn,’ he remarked, emphasizing the need for more educated voices in politics. He urged lawmakers to focus on public welfare rather than personal attacks, warning that derogatory language undermines their mandate.
The controversy erupted during a fiery assembly session where Maithili, a first-time MLA from Alinagar, referenced pre-2005 Bihar to indirectly target the RJD family. Though she avoided names, the Mahabharata analogy was crystal clear, drawing immediate backlash.
RJD working president Tejashwi Yadav fired back on social media with a stern warning. ‘Some think becoming an MLA grants instant political wisdom,’ he posted alongside Maithili’s photo. He accused her of silence on a recent Dalit girl’s rape and murder in her Darbhanga constituency, questioning her priorities.
As Bihar’s opposition and ruling alliances trade barbs, this episode highlights the generational clashes and high stakes ahead of future elections. Khesari’s intervention adds a celebrity twist, amplifying calls for maturity in public discourse. Will Maithili respond, or will this fuel further divides? The assembly’s coming sessions promise more drama.