Ranveer Singh agreed to issue an unconditional apology in the Karnataka High Court over the Kantara mimicry controversy. The court also asked him to visit Chamundi Hill and show genuine remorse for hurting religious sentiments
Ranveer Singh
Before the release of Dhurandhar (2025), lead actor Ranveer Singh landed in controversy for mimicking the Daiva scene from Kantara: Chapter 1. Many fans took offence, and police complaints were filed against the actor. Even as Ranveer made headlines for the historic box office success of Dhurandhar Parts 1 and 2, the case related to the mimicry continued in the Karnataka High Court. The actor has now agreed to apologise in court.
Ranveer Singh to issue apology
During a hearing in the Karnataka High Court on Tuesday, counsel representing Ranveer Singh said the actor would issue an unconditional apology for his actions. The court was hearing Singh’s plea to quash an FIR registered against him in the matter. The High Court observed during the hearing that what the actor did was not appropriate.
Advocate CG Malayali, appearing for the complainant, contended that Ranveer Singh’s apology lacked sincerity. He noted that the actor had described Chamundi Daiva as a demon and had only apologised through a tweet posted by his team. Since the alleged remark was made verbally, Malayali argued that the apology should also be delivered orally.
He further maintained that Ranveer Singh must personally visit Chamundi Hill with his legal counsel and apologise in person. The bench concurred, observing that if the complainant sought a court-directed appearance for the apology, the actor ought to comply.
Senior advocate Poovayya told the court that an affidavit expressing regret would be submitted and confirmed that Ranveer Singh would visit Chamundi Hill. The bench emphasised the need to offer apologies at the temple and demonstrate genuine remorse, noting the strong influence public figures have on society.
The court adjourned the matter to April 10 for further hearing. Ranveer Singh’s father was present during the proceedings.
All about the controversy
The incident occurred when Ranveer mimicked the finale sequence from Kantara: Chapter 1 in front of a live audience that included director-actor Rishab Shetty. During the impersonation, he likened the sacred Chamundi Daiva, a mystical figure revered in coastal Karnataka, to a “female ghost.”
While the remark drew laughter from some attendees at the event, it quickly triggered outrage after a video of the incident surfaced online.
The clip spread rapidly across social media, with many viewers calling Ranveer’s performance “insensitive” and “tone-deaf.” Several critics said the attempt at humour came across as disrespectful to followers of the Daiva tradition.
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