Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has publicly apologised after facing sharp criticism for mimicking a scene from the film Kantara – Chapter 1 at the closing ceremony of IFFI 2025. What he intended as a tribute to Rishab Shetty turned into controversy when his imitation of the sacred “Daiva” scene — during which he referred to the deity as a “female ghost” — sparked outrage among fans and religious-sensitized viewers. In his apology, Singh expressed regret, stating he has always deeply respected every culture, tradition, and belief in India, and asked forgiveness from those who felt hurt.
