Karnataka High Court Accepts Ranveer Singh's Apology in Kantara Mimicry Controversy
Karnataka High Court To Ranveer Singh In Kantara Mimicry Row: 'Visit Chamundeshwari Temple In 4 Weeks'
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The Karnataka High Court has accepted Ranveer Singh's unconditional apology regarding his mimicry of a scene from the film Kantara, directing him to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple within four weeks. Singh faced backlash from the Kannadiga community after his performance at the International Film Festival of India in November 2025.
- 01Ranveer Singh's apology accepted by the Karnataka High Court.
- 02Court directed Singh to visit Chamundeshwari Temple within four weeks.
- 03The controversy arose from Singh's mimicry of a scene from the film Kantara.
- 04Rishab Shetty, the film's director, expressed discomfort with the mimicry.
- 05Singh emphasized his respect for all cultures and traditions in his apology.
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The Karnataka High Court has accepted Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh's unconditional apology concerning his mimicry of a scene from the film Kantara, which sparked outrage among the Kannadiga community. Following the submission of a revised affidavit, the court has directed Singh to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple in Mysuru, Karnataka, within four weeks. The controversy began when Singh imitated the iconic Daiva scene featuring Rishab Shetty during the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on November 30, 2025. His performance drew significant backlash, leading him to seek relief from the court after an FIR was filed against him. In his Instagram Stories, Singh expressed regret, stating that his intention was to honor Shetty's performance and emphasized his respect for diverse cultures and traditions. Rishab Shetty, who directed and starred in Kantara, previously stated that the Daiva element is sensitive and should not be mocked, urging respect for the cultural significance of the scene.
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The incident highlights the sensitivity surrounding cultural representations in performances, especially in Karnataka, where local sentiments are deeply rooted in tradition.
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