Ranveer Singh issues apology
On Tuesday morning, Ranveer took to Instagram and shared a note of apology on Stories. It read, “My intention was to
highlight Rishabh's incredible performance in the film. Actor to actor, I know how much it would take to perform that
particular scene in the way that he did, for which he has my utmost admiration.”
The actor added, “I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition and belief in our country. If I've hurt
anyone's sentiments, I sincerely apologise.”
What was the controversy about
On Friday, the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) came to a close in Goa. Ranveer was on stage at the closing
ceremony, where he praised Rishab Shetty, who sat in the audience. Videos from the event showed the actor saying, “I
watched Kantara Chapter 1 in theatres, and Rishab, it was an outstanding performance, especially when the female ghost
(Chamundi daiva) enters your body — that shot was amazing.” He then went on to imitate the scene, leaving Rishab in
splits. However, his remarks and actions did not sit well with a section of social media users, who called it
insensitive and disrespectful. Many took offence to the act itself, and also Ranveer’s ignorance in calling the daivas -
essentially forest gods - ghosts.
Another video showed that Rishab had warned Ranveer not to mimic him earlier in the show, which further angered fans. A
Hindu group had submitted a complaint with the police against Ranveer on Monday for the act, alleging that he hurt their
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