Ranveer Singh is set to file an affidavit offering an “unconditional apology” before the Karnataka High Court on April 10, 2026, over the controversy surrounding his mimicry of a scene from Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
The actor, currently riding the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, had mimicked the iconic Daiva scene from the film during the festival’s closing ceremony. The act drew sharp criticism from the Kannadiga community, who said it hurt their religious sentiments. A complaint was subsequently filed against Singh for allegedly insulting the Daiva (Bhoota Kola) tradition depicted in the film, dragging the matter into legal territory.
According to NDTV, Singh’s counsel also told the court that the actor intends to visit Chamundi Temple in Mysuru and personally offer an apology there. The case has been adjourned to April.
The apology filing comes after the complainant’s lawyer, Prashant Methal, argued in court that Singh’s Instagram post expressing regret was not genuine and that no oral apology had been issued. On March 2, the Karnataka High Court directed police not to take any coercive action against Singh, after he approached the court seeking to quash the criminal proceedings against him.
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The incident took place when Singh addressed Rishab Shetty directly at the award ceremony. “I watched Kantara Chapter 1 in theatres, and Rishab, it was an outstanding performance, especially when the female ghost (Chamundi daiva) enters your body — that shot was amazing,” Singh said, before proceeding to mimic the scene. Shetty, who was in the audience, reportedly laughed at the performance.
As the backlash grew, Singh posted an apology on his Instagram story. “My intention was to highlight Rishab’s incredible performance in the film. Actor to actor, I know how much it would take to perform that particular scene in the way that he did, for which he has my utmost admiration. I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition and belief in our country. If I’ve hurt anyone’s sentiments, I sincerely apologise,” he wrote. The matter continues to be heard by the Karnataka High Court.
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