Published on: 05 December, 2025 14:31 IST
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is facing legal trouble after a complaint was filed against him at the High Grounds Police Station in Bengaluru for mimicking the Daiva scene from Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1. The complaint, lodged by Bengaluru-based High Court advocate Prashanth Metal (or Methal), alleges that the act, performed during the actor’s stage address at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on November 28, hurt religious sentiments. This is reportedly the second complaint filed against the actor over the incident.
The advocate’s complaint specifies that while praising the film, Ranveer Singh allegedly described the Ullalthi Daiva performance as a “demon” and a “female ghost”, which the complainant claims was derogatory and offensive to the religious beliefs of “millions of Hindus, particularly the Tulu-speaking community of Karnataka”. The legal complaint has been filed under Sections 299, 302, and 196 of the Bharat Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023.
Following widespread social media criticism, Ranveer Singh issued a public apology on his Instagram Story, stating that his intention was only to highlight Rishab Shetty’s “incredible performance” and that he holds deep respect for every culture, tradition, and belief in the country.
Despite the apology, the situation continues to draw strong reactions online, with some expressing disappointment while others believe the controversy may settle.