Kangana Ranaut joins Twitter after noticing 'power of social media' in Sushant death probe

After joining Twitter for the first time, Kangana, who was at the forefront in demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into Sushant's death, said, "It has been 15 years since I have been working in films. In these years, there have been many occasions when there have been moments of pressure to join social media. Agencies and several brands know that I have let go deals worth crores where there was just one clause that I should be on social media.

"I have been called a witch (chudail) and people have taken advantage of the fact that I am not on social media. I chose to stay away from social media as I never felt any distance from my audience. I have always felt that if I had to say anything, why should I do so in a rudimentary way; through films

"I have talked about women empowerment and nationalism. I believed that I would do so in an artistic way. That has been my stance for long."

She added, "This year, however, I noticed the power of social media. I have seen how the entire world came together to fight for Sushant and have got success, that has truly made me feel positive about things.

"I am hopeful that if we all get together, we can raise our voice and initiate reforms. That is the reason this month I joined Twitter and I am excited. I want your continued help and association. I am looking forward to this amazing journey where there are so many amazing people. Thank you for this opportunity."

Sushant had committed suicide at his flat in Mumbai's Bandra on Jun 14.

A couple of days ago, the Supreme Court ordered a CBI probe into the death of Sushant.

Kangana along with several netizens had called out Bollywood biggies, 'Mafias' in her words, including Karan Johar, Mahesh Bhatt, Alia Bhatt in encouraging nepotism in the Hindi film industry, allegedly leading Sushant to commit suicide.