In the 2024 general elections, the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency in Himachal Pradesh witnessed a notable electoral showdown between Bollywood actress-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut of the BJP and Congress stalwart Vikramaditya Singh. The constituency held its elections in the final phase on June 1, 2024.
This year’s Mandi Lok Sabha elections saw Kangana Ranaut, known for her outspoken nature, making her electoral debut, adding an intriguing dimension to the contest. Ranaut campaigned vigorously in the constituency, garnering significant attention and support, including from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP figures. However, initial trends indicate that she is trailing behind Vikramaditya Singh, the son of former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh, who relies on his family’s political legacy and the organizational strength of the Congress party to mount his challenge.
