Actor Imran Khan, nephew of Aamir Khan and holder of US citizenship under the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme, is preparing to challenge a notice issued by Mumbai Police demanding he leave the country by October 28. The order follows his arrest during a protest on October 10 at August Kranti Maidan in Mumbai, where he joined thousands calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. According to reports, the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) served the notice after BJP leader Kirit Somaiya lodged a complaint at Gamdevi police station, alleging that Imran had violated the Foreigners Act by participating in political activity. Under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, the central government has authority to direct any foreign national — regardless of OCI status, to not remain in India or in specified areas. While OCI cardholders enjoy certain privileges like long-term visas and visa-free travel, they are explicitly barred from voting, contesting elections, or engaging in political protests. Imran will now file a plea in the Bombay High Court, with advocates Zulfiquar Memon, Parvez Memon, and Chirag Naik representing him through MZM Legal LLP. His application is expected to be moved for urgent hearing before a division bench comprising Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna. No public statement has been made by Imran himself. Amid the legal developments, a viral post on X claimed he shared an Instagram story saying he was offered ₹15 lakh to speak against the Modi government, but this has been confirmed as false. An investigation into his profile revealed no such story exists. Netizens and fact-checkers have pointed out it’s likely an AI-generated image, with one user noting how easily fake screenshots circulate online these days. Others questioned the logic behind allowing a foreign national to be involved in domestic politics, while also highlighting contradictions. Such as American citizens being permitted to publicly support Indian political parties. CJP founder reacted on social media, stating that while Mary Millben, an American, can speak in favour of the BJP, Imran Khan, as an OCI holder, cannot express dissent. The case now sits at a crossroads: whether the court will uphold the notice or allow him to remain. The next hearing could determine not just Imran’s future in India, but the limits of free expression for non-resident nationals in politically charged spaces.