# Ranveer Singh's Bold Move: Unconditional Apology in Kantara Mimicry Row – Will It End the Controversy? **Imagine a superstar caught in a cultural firestorm, now bowing to tradition with a court affidavit and a temple visit.** That's Ranveer Singh's latest chapter in the heated **Kantara mimicry controversy**, where his playful imitation at IFFI 2025 sparked outrage for allegedly disrespecting Goddess Chamundadevi.[1][2][3]
The drama unfolded in December 2025 during the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India in Goa. Ranveer, fresh off praising Rishab Shetty's **Kantara: Chapter 1**, mimicked the film's iconic Daiva scene – but calling the revered deity a "female ghost" ignited backlash. Social media erupted, with users slamming it as disrespectful to South Indian traditions, especially since the film draws from Karnataka's folklore and the goddess worshipped at Chamundi Temple.[2][4][5] Hindu Janajagruti Samiti filed an FIR, accusing Ranveer of hurting religious sentiments. He rushed to the Karnataka High Court in February 2026, securing interim relief from coercive action, and posted an Instagram apology claiming his intent was pure admiration.[1][3][4] But complainants weren't convinced – they called the social media post insincere, posted by his team, and demanded an oral, personal apology.[1][3] Fast-forward to today's Karnataka High Court hearing: Ranveer's counsel announced he's "genuinely hurt" and ready to file an **unconditional apology affidavit** by the next hearing on **April 10, 2026**. They even offered a personal visit to Chamundi Temple in Mysuru to show remorse – though the complainant's lawyer pushed for it to be court-directed and heartfelt.[1][3][5][6] The bench agreed public figures like Ranveer wield massive influence and must demonstrate real regret.[3] Even as **Dhurandhar 2** smashes box-office records (crossing $81M worldwide), this row reminds us how thin the line is between celebration and offense in India's diverse cultural landscape.[2][4] Is Ranveer's step a sincere pivot, or damage control? Only time – and the court – will tell. What do you think – does this apology cut it, or should stars tread lighter on cultural icons? **Drop your thoughts in the comments below, share this post with fellow Bollywood fans, and let's keep the conversation going!**
Citations
1.https://www.indiatvnews.com/entertainment/news/ranveer-singh-affidavit-apology-kantara-mimicry-row-next-hearing-april-10-2026-03-24-1034917
2.https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-to-apologize-to-rishab-shetty-over-kantara-row-amid-dhurandhar-2-success-files-an-affidavit-details-inside-13992745.html
3.https://www.mid-day.com/amp/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/kantara-mimicry-row-ranveer-singh-unconditional-apology-and-visit-chamundi-hill-23622408
4.https://www.siasat.com/kantara-mimicry-row-ranveer-singh-to-issue-unconditional-apology-3440059/amp/
5.https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-to-issue-unconditional-apology-after-kantara-mimicry-row-reports-article-13869442.html
6.https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/kantara-mimicry-row-ranveer-singh-to-submit-apology-in-court-will-visit-chamundi-temple-in-mysuru-ws-kl-9994847.html
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