📌 Key Points
- Ranveer Singh criticized for mimicking Rishab Shetty’s Kantara performance at IFFI 2025.
- Complainant argues Ranveer’s initial apology was insincere and manager-driven.
- Karnataka High Court directs Ranveer to submit an affidavit and offer a genuine apology.
- Ranveer Singh is expected to visit Chamundi Temple as part of the resolution.
Ranveer Singh is under fire for mimicking Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara’ performance. The Karnataka High Court has requested a sincere apology, dismissing his previous attempt. Singh is expected to submit an affidavit and visit the Chamundi Temple to resolve the issue.
Backlash Over Ranveer Singh’s Mimicry
Ranveer Singh is basking in the success of his latest release, Dhurandhar 2 . However, a controversy surrounding him has taken another turn. Last year, the actor sparked backlash after copping a fair amount of criticism for his mimicry of actor Rishab Shetty from Kantara 2. The mimicry took place at the closing ceremony of IFFI 2025, which Rishab also attended, when Ranveer took to the stage and did an exaggerated take on Rishab’s Daiva act from the Kantara films. He also erroneously referred to the daivas as ‘ghosts’. The actor had approached the Karnataka High Court to challenge the FIR registered against him.
During the hearing, complainant advocate Prashant Methal submitted before Justice M Nagaprasanna that the actor’s apology was insincere. He said, “Ranveer Singh’s apology was not a heartfelt apology… Because he has tweeted his apology from the handle run by his managers…”. Senior advocate Sajan Poovayya, who was appearing for the actor, submitted, “We will file an affidavit before the court.
Court Demands Sincere Apology
Meanwhile, the court remarked that the actor should always feel remorse for the matter and understand that his position as an actor carries immense weight. Poovayya added that the actor will submit an apology and also visit Chamundi Temple.
Ranveer to Visit Chamundi Temple
Ranveer had earlier shared a note of apology on the issue. 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. I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition and belief in our country. If I’ve hurt anyone’s sentiments, I sincerely apologise.”
Ranveer Singh’s controversy highlights the importance of cultural sensitivity. His actions and subsequent court orders serve as a reminder for public figures to be mindful of the impact of their words and actions, particularly concerning cultural representations.
