Social media personality Hindustani Bhau has demanded a two-week time frame from Farah Khan to apologize for her alleged reference to Holi as the “Festival of Chhapris” on the reality show Laughter Chefs. He also mentioned that he has lodged a police complaint, not an FIR, against the choreographer-director.
Hindustani Bhau Demands Apology from Farah Khan Over Holi Remark: ‘Insult to Sanatan Dharma?’
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Bhau is known for his strong opinions regarding social and cultural issues. He expressed his anger about what he termed a comment against Holi. Not to call Holi a festival of “Chhapris” would seem disrespectful to millions, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, all saints and sadhus, as well as ordinary citizens, because they celebrate it.
In a media statement, Bhau said: “In a reality show, today, Holi has been named a festival of Chhapris. Is that really so? From our Prime Minister to every saint and sadhu, over 100 crore people are celebrating Holi. Are they all Chhapris?”
Bhau went further to criticize a disparaging portrayal of the Sanatan Dharma in Bollywood’s past, claiming that they had shown Hindu traditions and deities in bad light on too many occasions.
“It is nothing new for Bollywood. They used to mock our Sanatan Dharma from the very beginning, insult our deities, and show Hinduism in a poor light in their films. They have money and power, so no one dares to question them. But today, Hindustani Bhau is here to hold them accountable,” he asserted.
Legal Action Against Farah Khan
Bhau officially lodged his complaint at the Khar Police Station, Mumbai, urging action against Farah Khan. He threatened to escalate the case legally, should no apology be forthcoming from her within the next two weeks.
“I have filed an application requesting strict legal action against them. They must be held accountable, and I will ensure they face consequences,” he added.
The incident gives place to discussions on social media, where some netizens thump Bhau’s stand while some are busy arguing about the intention of the remark apart from its context.
Currently, Farah Khan has not yet issued a response to the allegations. However, the juicy drama is unfolding more, and everybody’s keeping their eyes on further developments in the case.
