Ranveer Singh on Friday told the Karnataka High Court that he is ready to file a revised affidavit of apology over his comments related to the portrayal of Chamundi Devi. KantaraAccording to the report of Bar and Bench. This submission was made before Justice M. Nagaprasanna during the hearing of a petition related to the dispute.
Ranveer Singh agrees to apologize over Kantara-related remarks, case adjourned to April 23
Ranveer Singh offers to file revised apology affidavit
Senior advocate Sajan Poovayya, appearing for the actor, told the court that Singh has already filed an affidavit expressing regret. He said the actor was ready to present a revised version if needed. According to the affidavit, Singh said that at that time he did not realize that his remarks could hurt the sentiments of devotees of the deity. He also said that he respects all faiths and traditions.
Poovayya told the court that Singh had expressed his “deep regret and unconditional apology” through an affidavit. He also said that the actor had resolved to visit the temple of the deity and offer prayers. The lawyer quoted Singh as saying that he grew up in a Sindhi family in Mumbai and was not aware of the sensitivities involved at the time of the incident.
Complainant raised questions on sincerity of apology
Complainant Prashant Methal argued that the affidavit did not reflect genuine remorse. He told the court that actor and filmmaker Rishabh Shetty had earlier advised Singh not to make such comments. He requested the court to direct him to file a proper affidavit.
Poovayya replied that he was willing to discuss the wording of the apology with the complainant and submit a revised affidavit before the court. Justice Nagaprasanna recorded the plea and adjourned the matter till April 23.
Comments create controversy at IFFI Goa
The case pertains to a speech given by Singh at the International Film Festival of India in Goa. Singh praised Shetty’s performance during the program Kantara. Referring to the depiction of the deity, he described Chamundi Devi as a “female ghost” and imitated a moment from the film. Later this comment started being criticized on social media.
Following a complaint, a Bengaluru magistrate ordered an investigation under the Indian Civil Defense Code, 2023. Based on the order, the High Grounds police station registered an FIR against Singh under provisions of the Indian Justice Code related to religious enmity, religious insult and public mischief.
Singh later approached the High Court and said that his comments were taken out of context and were only intended to praise Shetty’s performance. He also said there was no intention to hurt religious sentiments or create disharmony between communities.
