Actor-turned-politician Jaya Prada to contest against Azam Khan in Rampur

Actor-turned-politician and former Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Jaya Prada on Tuesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. As per reports, Jaya Prada might contest the General Elections from Rampur constituency in Uttar Pradesh. Soon after joining the saffron fold, Prada said, "This is a special moment in my life. Whether cinema or politics, I have tried to work with all my heart. I thank BJP for giving me this position with all the respect."