A recent Christmas lunch video featuring Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has sparked controversy, leading to a complaint filed against him by a Mumbai-based lawyer. The complainant alleges that Kapoor’s actions in the video were disrespectful towards Hindu religious sentiments.
What Happened in the Video?
The video, which went viral on social media, shows Kapoor and his family celebrating Christmas. In the clip, Kapoor is seen pouring liquor on a cake and setting it on fire while chanting “Jai Mata Di,” a Hindu religious invocation.
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The Complaint
The complainant, Sanjay Tiwari, filed the complaint at the Ghatkopar police station through his lawyers Ashish Rai and Pankaj Mishra. He alleges that Kapoor’s actions were “deliberate and malicious” and that they “hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus.”
Tiwari further claims that Kapoor’s chanting of “Jai Mata Di” while setting the cake on fire was an attempt to “mix Hinduism with Christianity,” which he considers disrespectful.
Reaction to the Complaint
The complaint has sparked mixed reactions. Some people have supported Tiwari, arguing that Kapoor’s actions were indeed offensive. Others have defended Kapoor, claiming that he was simply celebrating Christmas in his own way and that there was no intention to offend anyone.
Police Investigation
The Mumbai police have yet to register an FIR (First Information Report) against Kapoor. However, they are investigating the matter and are likely to question Kapoor in the coming days.
The complaint alleges that Ranbir Kapoor’s actions in the video were disrespectful towards Hindu religious sentiments.
The video shows Kapoor pouring liquor on a cake and setting it on fire while chanting “Jai Mata Di.”
The complaint has sparked mixed reactions, with some people supporting Tiwari and others defending Kapoor. The Mumbai police are investigating the matter and are likely to question Kapoor in the coming days.