Bollywood actor Imran Khan has reportedly been directed by Mumbai Police to leave India by October 28, 2026, following his participation in a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

The notice comes after the actor was detained during an October 10 demonstration at Mumbai's August Kranti Maidan.

Imran, who is Aamir Khan's nephew, attended the protest alongside his partner, actress Lekha Washington, and cousin Zayn Marie Khan. All three were detained as demonstrators demanded the Chief Election Commissioner's resignation.

Mumbai Police issues notice after anti-CEC protest

According to reports published on October 15, Mumbai Police issued a notice requiring Imran Khan to leave the country by October 28.

The action reportedly relates to his participation in a political demonstration despite holding American citizenship.

Earlier, BJP leader and former MP Kirit Somaiya had demanded action against the actor, questioning whether a foreign national could legally participate in such protests.

Imran had previously stated that he attended the demonstration as a Mumbai resident and was not representing any political organisation.

His participation and subsequent detention brought attention to the protest and the circumstances surrounding the police action.

Imran Khan's US citizenship and OCI status raise questions

Reports indicate that Imran Khan holds US citizenship and an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card.

While OCI status allows eligible foreign nationals to live and work in India, it does not provide Indian citizenship or voting rights.

The controversy has raised questions about the legal restrictions governing political activities involving foreign nationals and OCI cardholders.

However, OCI rules do not expressly prohibit every instance of attending a public demonstration. Whether participation amounts to a violation depends on the applicable legal provisions and circumstances.

The reported notice has renewed attention on the actor's citizenship status and the regulations governing foreign nationals in India.

As of October 15, the complete legal grounds stated in the notice and any planned response from Imran Khan had not been publicly confirmed.

The situation remains a developing story, with further clarification expected regarding the police directive and the actor's next steps.