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Ranveer Singh Ordered to Apologize at Chamundi Temple Over Kantara Controversy
Karnataka High Court orders Ranveer Singh to apologize at Chamundi Temple after his controversial mimicry of a sacred scene from Kantara at IFFI 2025 sparked outrage and legal action.
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Dumtika Editorial
March 30, 2026 · 1 min read
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Ranveer Singh has been directed by the Karnataka High Court to tender a public apology at the Chamundi Temple following a defamation case linked to his remarks at the 2025 International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The actor’s mimicry of a revered Bhoota Kola ritual scene from Rishab Shetty’s critically acclaimed film Kantara: Chapter 1, where he referred to the character as a "female ghost," ignited widespread outrage on social media.
Kantara, produced under Rishab Shetty's direction, has been praised for its authentic portrayal of coastal Karnataka’s cultural traditions. Ranveer’s imitation was perceived as disrespectful to a sacred ritual, prompting an FIR and legal action. Earlier, Ranveer expressed regret and committed to visiting Chamundi Hill to make amends.
The court has now made it clear that the case could be dropped if Ranveer complies by personally apologizing at the temple, emphasizing the need to uphold cultural sensitivities. This incident has sparked intense debates on the balance between freedom of expression and respect for tradition.
As the controversy edges toward resolution, fans and critics alike await Ranveer’s next steps and how this precedent might influence future cultural disputes in the film industry.
