Kangana Ranaut clarifies that she did not litter on the streets of Varanasi, shares proof
Varanasi — BJP MP and Bollywood veteran Kangana Ranaut has firmly rejected allegations of littering during her recent culinary outing in the holy city, providing visual evidence to counter viral criticism.
Ranaut, known for her outspoken persona, drew ire after a short video clip from her Varanasi visit circulated widely on social media. The footage captured her savoring the local delicacy tikkiya chole at a bustling street stall, followed by what appeared to be the casual discard of a used paper plate nearby. Online detractors swiftly labeled the act as littering, igniting a wave of backlash against the actor-turned-politician for disregarding public hygiene in a culturally revered locale.
In a prompt rebuttal, Ranaut turned to Instagram Stories on Friday evening, posting an alternative-angle photograph from the same scene. With a red arrow digitally overlaid, she highlighted a dustbin positioned directly adjacent to the vendor’s setup—evident in the image but obscured in the original clip. “The truth is, I also placed my plate in the same dustbin,” she captioned the post, adding a pointed admonition: “Verify facts before publishing lies.” The response, shared mere hours after the controversy erupted, underscored her commitment to factual accuracy amid public scrutiny.
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This episode unfolds against the backdrop of Ranaut’s multifaceted career. Elected as a BJP candidate from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, she secured victory by 74,755 votes over Congress contender Vikramaditya Singh. Her electoral triumph was overshadowed just a day later by an altercation at Chandigarh airport, where a CISF officer slapped her; Ranaut later released a video affirming her well-being to reassure supporters.
Originally from the village of Bhambla in Himachal Pradesh, Ranaut left home as a teenager to pursue acting in Mumbai. Her debut came at 19 in the 2006 thriller Gangster, paving the way for acclaimed roles in films such as Raaz: The Mystery Continues and Fashion. The 2010s cemented her stardom with a trio of record-breaking women-centric hits, earning her four National Film Awards and establishing her as a trailblazing figure in Indian cinema.
As debates rage online about celebrity accountability—prompting questions like whether stars ought to address every public accusation—Ranaut’s quick fact-check serves as a reminder of the perils of unverified viral content. Her Varanasi jaunt, intended as a lighthearted nod to the city’s street food heritage, has instead spotlighted the fine line between cultural immersion and perceived indiscretion.