Archive · 23 Aug 2026
Taapsee Pannu Posts ‘Hence, Proved’ After Kangana’s ‘Sasti Copy’ Remark
Taapsee Pannu and Kangana Ranaut have disagreed publicly for several years.
Taapsee recently said their different opinions may come from their different upbringings and ways of seeing things.
Kangana replied with harsh words and called Taapsee a “sasti copy.”
She also criticized Taapsee’s upcoming movie Gandhari as a “B-grade film.”
Kangana said Taapsee had brought her parents and upbringing into the argument.
Taapsee then shared the words “Hence, proved” on Instagram.
She did not directly name Kangana, but people viewed the post as a response.
Kangana later deleted her Instagram Stories, and no reason was given.
Taapsee Pannu said her views about Kangana Ranaut reflect their different upbringings and perspectives.
Kangana Ranaut responded by calling Pannu a “sasti copy” and referring to Gandhari as a “B-grade film.”
Ranaut accused Pannu of ridiculing her upbringing and parents, while defending her own family background.
Pannu later posted “Hence, proved” on Instagram Stories without naming Ranaut.
Ranaut deleted her Instagram Stories; reports differ on whether Pannu’s post appeared Saturday evening or Sunday.
- Who
- Actresses Taapsee Pannu and Kangana Ranaut; the earlier feud also involved Ranaut’s sister, Rangoli Chandel.
- What
- A renewed public exchange followed Pannu’s comments about the actresses’ different upbringings and perspectives.
- When
- The reports place the exchange on Saturday and Sunday, including a report identifying Sunday as August 23; the year is not specified.
- Where
- The exchange took place mainly through Instagram Stories after Pannu spoke during a media interaction, including an interview with India Today.
- Why
- The dispute was renewed by Pannu’s remarks about their differing worldviews, speech and upbringings.
Taapsee Pannu’s Position
Kangana Ranaut’s Position
Different upbringings and perspectives
Taapsee Pannu’s Position
Pannu said their differing views reflect their respective upbringings, ways of speaking and ways of perceiving things.
Kangana Ranaut’s Position
Ranaut interpreted the remarks as ridicule of her upbringing and parents, and defended her own family background.
Gandhari criticism
Taapsee Pannu’s Position
Pannu is promoting her upcoming Netflix film Gandhari.
Kangana Ranaut’s Position
Ranaut referred to Gandhari as a “B-grade film.”
Public response
Taapsee Pannu’s Position
Pannu appeared to respond indirectly by posting “Hence, proved” without naming Ranaut.
Kangana Ranaut’s Position
Ranaut posted critical Instagram Stories and later deleted them.
- Pannu’s remarks
- Pannu said her opinion of Ranaut reflected her upbringing, way of speaking and way of perceiving things.
- Ranaut’s response
- Ranaut called Pannu a “sasti copy” and described Gandhari as a “B-grade film.”
- Family references
- Ranaut accused Pannu of ridiculing her parents and upbringing, and defended her own family background.
- Pannu’s post
- Pannu shared the cryptic message “Hence, proved” without naming Ranaut.
- Deleted Stories
- Ranaut later deleted the Instagram Stories; the reason for their removal was not reported.
- Upcoming film
- Pannu is promoting the upcoming Netflix film Gandhari.
- Earlier feud
- The actresses’ public friction dates back to 2019, when Rangoli Chandel called Pannu a “sasti copy” of Ranaut.
Sources
Taapsee Pannu drops cryptic post ‘Hence, proved’ after Kangana's ‘Sasti Copy’ remark
Taapsee Pannu responds to Kangana Ranaut’s ‘sasti copy’ jibe with cryptic post - Telegraph India
'Hence, Proved': Taapsee Pannu Takes Subtle Dig At Kangana Ranaut After Her 'Sasti Copy' Remark Amid Upbringing Jibe
