Riteish Deshmukh Criticizes Bageshwar Baba's Remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Riteish Deshmukh Calls Bageshwar Baba’s Remarks On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj ‘Distorted Nonsense’
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Actor Riteish Deshmukh has condemned spiritual leader Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, known as Bageshwar Baba, for his controversial remarks about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during a ceremony in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. Deshmukh called the comments 'distorted nonsense' and emphasized that attempts to undermine Shivaji's legacy will not be tolerated.
- 01Riteish Deshmukh criticized Bageshwar Baba's remarks about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
- 02Deshmukh described the comments as 'distorted nonsense'.
- 03The controversy arose during a foundation stone-laying ceremony in Nagpur.
- 04Deshmukh is set to portray Shivaji Maharaj in the upcoming film 'Raja Shivaji'.
- 05The film focuses on Shivaji's vision of Swarajya and resistance against powerful forces.
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Actor-filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh has expressed his strong disapproval of remarks made by spiritual leader Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, known as Bageshwar Baba, regarding Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. During a foundation stone-laying ceremony for Bhardurga Shaktisthal in Nagpur, Bageshwar Baba claimed that Shivaji Maharaj had grown weary of fighting and sought rest, which sparked outrage among Shivaji's admirers. Deshmukh, who is preparing for the release of his film 'Raja Shivaji' where he plays the legendary king, stated that any attempt to belittle Shivaji's legacy is unacceptable. He emphasized that Shivaji Maharaj's name and legacy would endure through the ages, akin to the ancient Sahyadri mountain ranges. The film, set to release on May 1, also features notable actors such as Sanjay Dutt and Vidya Balan and focuses on Shivaji's early life and vision for self-rule.
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Deshmukh's strong reaction reflects the deep cultural significance of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra, impacting public discourse around historical figures.
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