New Delhi. Actor Sanjay Dutt is in the news these days regarding one of his statements. Recently he reached Shekhar Suman's talk show where during the conversation he expressed his views about peace and brotherhood in India. A part of his comment quickly became viral on social media and after this some users started criticizing the actor. After the controversy escalated, Sanjay Dutt has now clarified his statement through social media.
Sanjay Dutt said in his clarification that his intention was not to hurt the sentiments of any person, community or organization. He clarified that the conversations on the show were within the context of a set script and were intended to be light and humorous. According to the actor, the context in which his words were understood was different from his original intention.
Sanjay Dutt also mentioned his famous film Munnabhai in his clarification. He told that behind his statement was the same humorous and satirical style which is shown in films like Munnabhai. He especially mentioned the thinking of Gandhigiri. According to him, Gandhigiri's message is related to love, solidarity and goodwill and his conversation should also have been understood in this spirit.
Actually, in Shekhar Suman's show, there was a conversation with Sanjay Dutt about the current situation in the country. During this time, the actor had said that the people of India are very loving and there should be peace in the country. He also said that he no longer feels peace in the country like before. Along with this, he had described Indians as big-hearted and hospitable.
Sanjay Dutt had also said during the conversation that India has given a lot to the world and Indians should maintain this spirit in future also. While praying to Lord Shiva, he expressed hope that the atmosphere of peace and brotherhood would return in the country. However, different reactions started emerging on social media regarding a part of his statement.
After the controversy, the actor tried to explain the context of his statement. He said his remarks were not intended to insult anyone or show disrespect towards any community. He also indicated that viewing the conversation out of its humorous context changed the meaning of his statement.
The character and message of Gandhigiri associated with the Munnabhai franchise has been very important for Sanjay Dutt. Through his character in the films, it was shown that facing problems with love and peace instead of violence and confrontation. This is why the actor gave the example of this film and its message while clarifying his recent statement.
This entire incident has once again shown that even a small part of something said on a public platform can spread rapidly in a different context on social media. After the controversy escalated, Sanjay Dutt clarified his position and said that his intention was not to hurt anyone's sentiments. Now after his clarification, it remains to be seen in what direction the discussion on social media goes regarding this statement.