Ranveer Singh has finally responded to the controversy surrounding Rishab Shetty's Kantara. During the IFFI 2025 closing ceremony in Goa, the Dhurandhar actor mimicked a famous scene from Rishab Shetty's Kantara: A Legend, Chapter 1. He also called the Daiva a "female ghost". Fans took offense at Ranveer's gesture and attacked him on social media.has finally reacted to the furore over Rishab Shetty's Kantara.The Dhurandhar actor mimicked a famous scene from Rishab Shetty's Kantara: A Legend, Chapter 1, during the IFFI 2025 closing ceremony in Goa. He referred to the Daiva as a "female ghost" as well. Fans took offense at Ranveer's gesture and attacked him on social media.
Ranveer apologized for offending people in an official statement during the controversy.
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Ranveer Singh apologises after Kantara row
Ranveer Singh reacted to the Kantara row and said, "My intention was to highlight Rishab’s incredible performance in the film. I have the utmost respect for him because, as an actor, I am aware of how difficult it would be to execute that specific scene in the manner that he did. I have always had a great deal of respect for all of our nation's cultures, customs, and beliefs. I truly apologize (sic) if I have offended anyone.
What is Ranveer Singh's Kantara controversy?
Ranveer Singh took to the stage at IFFI Goa over the weekend and addressed Rishab Shetty, seated in the audience. In a video going viral, he could be heard 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 in which Chamundi Daiva possesses Rishab's character from the film.
What was the response of fans to Ranveer Singh's video?
Enraged supporters chastised Ranveer Singh on X for his words and deed."You don't understand the distinction between a god and a ghost, dear @RanveerOfficial. Chavundi is a goddess, not a ghost. And you literally mocking on big stage," wrote one user. Another added, "#RanveerSingh literally called chavundi mata a ghost and mimicked her in funny way Isn't this Blasphemy."
Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1 was one of the highest-earning films of the year. As for Ranveer Singh, he will be next seen in Dhurandhar, which releases on December 5.
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