After more than a decade and a half of serving authentic Indian cuisine in London, the Hammersmith‑based restaurantRangrezhas announced its closure next month, marking the end of 16 years in business.
OwnerHarman Singh Kapoor, who ran the restaurant with his wife, shared the difficult decision on social media platform X, pointing to a combination of factors that made continuing operations untenable. Kapoor citedrising operational costs,ongoing online harassment,repeated disturbances and alleged attacks by groups he identified as Pakistanis, and what he described as aninsufficient response from the Metropolitan Police.
“After 16 unforgettable years, I’ve made the difficult decision to close Rangrez restaurant … next month,” Kapoor wrote, adding that the cumulative pressures on the business had taken an unsustainable toll. He also expressed deep gratitude to loyal patrons who had supported the eatery over the years.
Kapoor, who has in the past spoken publicly about threats and intimidation he and his family received after posting videos critical of the Khalistan movement, said the decision would allow him to focus fully on activism. “Now it’s time for me to dedicate myself fully to activism without distraction,” he wrote, adding, “Radicals should keep this in mind: you can disrupt my business, but not my will.”
The announcement has attracted widespread attention online, with supporters commending the restaurant for its contribution to London’s dining scene and others debating the allegations of harassment and community tensions. While UK authorities have stated that police did respond to past incidents and offered protective measures, Kapoor’s statements reflect ongoing frustration over how those situations were handled.
