Actor Prakash Raj is facing legal complaints after Bhanu Prakash, a board member of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams and a BJP leader from Andhra Pradesh, accused him of creating “defamatory and malicious remarks” that allegedly distorted the Ramayana and disrespected Hindu beliefs.
Prakash Raj faces legal criticism over alleged remarks on Ramayana
In keeping with reports, Bhanu Prakash lodged an official criticism urging authorities to initiate legal proceedings not only against the actor but additionally against those that can have supported or encouraged the statements. He further called for strict motion, claiming such remarks could disturb communal harmony.
The controversy stems from an appearance by Prakash Raj on the Kerala Literature Festival in January. During a session there, the actor spoke a few children’s theatre performance that presented characters comparable to Rama, Lakshmana, Ravana and Shurpanakha in a contemporary, satirical setting. The performance reportedly incorporated references to fruits, payments and GST as a part of its humour. Clips from his narration later surfaced online and went viral, prompting criticism from sections of social media users.
The matter intensified earlier this month when advocate Amita Sachdeva filed a separate criticism on April 16. Describing herself as a devout Hindu, she alleged that the remarks were deliberate and offensive, stating that her religious sentiments had been deeply hurt. She also emphasised that insults to Hindu deities and Sanatan Dharma shouldn’t be tolerated.
Authorities are currently reviewing the complaints. No official response has been issued by Prakash Raj on the matter to date.
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