Kolkata: At a time when West Bengal’s political landscape is witnessing dramatic shifts and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is grappling with an internal rebellion, actor-turned-politician and Medinipur MP June Malia has found herself at the centre of a fresh controversy.

An old video of the TMC MP has resurfaced on social media, triggering intense trolling and political debate.

The authenticity of the viral video, however, has not been independently verified by Mathrubhumi.com.

The clip dates back to the period before the Assembly election results, when Malia was considered one of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s loyal soldiers. The political situation today, however, appears vastly different.

Rebel camp links fuel speculation

In recent weeks, Malia’s political positioning has come under scrutiny following a series of developments.

She was recently seen attending an administrative meeting chaired by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolaghat.

Her presence at a closed-door meeting of dissident TMC MPs at MP Shatabdi Roy's Delhi residence has further strengthened speculation that she has moved closer to the rebel faction.

Political observers believe these developments indicate a growing distance between June Malia and the TMC’s central leadership, particularly Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee.

What does the viral video show?

The resurfaced clip shows Malia addressing party workers in an emotionally charged speech.

In the video, she can allegedly be heard saying: “On the 5th, DJs will play. Everyone has seen how Didi was insulted day after day. Young boys and girls have witnessed it. We will answer that insult. From the 5th onwards, we will respond. We will beat them and drive them out.”

The remarks were reportedly made in the backdrop of the Assembly election campaign. They were interpreted by many at the time as a strong defence of Mamata Banerjee against political opponents.

Old words, new controversy

Political analysts argue that the comments were likely aimed at BJP workers and reflected the highly charged atmosphere of the election season.

However, with June now being perceived as part of the anti-Mamata camp, the old video has acquired fresh political significance.

The timing of the clip’s circulation has also raised eyebrows. As the Trinamool Congress battles one of the biggest crises in its history, critics and social media users have seized upon the video to question June’s apparent political transformation.

While supporters argue that political circumstances evolve over time, opponents have used the clip to accuse the MP of abandoning the very leadership she once defended passionately.

As Bengal’s political realignment gathers pace, Malia’s resurfaced speech has become the latest flashpoint in an increasingly bitter battle over loyalty, ideology and political survival.