Archive · 2 Dec 2025
Ranveer Singh's 'Female Ghost' Remark Sparks Outrage
Ranveer Singh made a comment about Tulunadu Daiva, calling it a 'female ghost' during an event.
This upset many people in Karnataka because Daiva worship is an important tradition there.
Some people felt that Rishab Shetty, who was present, should have stopped Ranveer from making the comment.
Others thought Rishab did try to signal his discomfort.
Many people on social media are angry and want Ranveer to apologize.
They also mentioned that Ranveer's wife, Deepika Padukone, is from the region and should have helped him understand the culture better.
The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) even filed a complaint against Ranveer for insulting Goddess Chamundadevi.
Ranveer Singh referred to Tulunadu Daiva as a 'female ghost' during the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, sparking outrage in Karnataka.
Rishab Shetty gestured discomfort but did not firmly stop Ranveer, leading to divided opinions on his response.
Activist Sahana Kunder Sooda criticized Ranveer's remarks and expressed disappointment in Rishab Shetty's reaction.
Many people on social media demanded an apology from Ranveer, citing his lack of cultural awareness and the fact that his wife, Deepika Padukone, is from the region.
The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) filed a complaint against Ranveer Singh for allegedly insulting Goddess Chamundadevi.
- Who
- Ranveer Singh, Rishab Shetty, Deepika Padukone, Sahana Kunder Sooda, Dhiraj Shetty Mijar, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS)
- What
- Ranveer Singh's remarks about Tulunadu Daiva and the Bhoota Kola ritual
- When
- During the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, specific date not mentioned
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- Ranveer Singh's lack of awareness about the cultural significance of Daiva worship and the Bhoota Kola ritual
Critics
Supporters
Respect for Tradition
Critics
Ranveer Singh's remarks about Tulunadu Daiva as a 'female ghost' are deeply disrespectful to the cultural and religious traditions of the Kotitulu community and Tulu-speaking people.
Supporters
Ranveer Singh was likely trying to humorously appreciate the film and its cultural elements, not intending to disrespect the tradition.
Rishab Shetty's Response
Critics
Rishab Shetty should have firmly stopped Ranveer Singh from making such remarks to show respect for the cultural significance of Daiva worship.
Supporters
Rishab Shetty's discomfort was visible, and he did not endorse the remarks, which shows his respect for the tradition.
- Person Involved
- Ranveer Singh, Rishab Shetty, Deepika Padukone, Sahana Kunder Sooda, Dhiraj Shetty Mijar
- Event
- Ranveer Singh's remarks about Tulunadu Daiva during the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa
- Location
- Karnataka, India
- Tradition
- Daiva worship in Tulunadu, Bhoota Kola ritual
- Reaction
- Widespread criticism and demands for apology, complaint filed by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS)
Sources
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Female Ghost’ Remark on Tulunadu Daiva Sparks Outrage
How 'Kantara' star Rishab Shetty warned Ranveer Singh as complaint filed against 'Dhurandhar' star for insulting Goddess Chamundadevi at IFFI
STOP Ranveer Singh! Know what is the Bhoota Kola ritual shown in Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1'
Ranveer Singh In Trouble: HJS Files Complaint Over 'Insulting' Daiva Mimicry Shown In Kantara Chapter 1, Demands Public Apology
Ranveer Singh Apologises As Kantara Mimicry Sparks Controversy: 'Intention Was To Highlight His Performance'
Ranveer Singh Issues Apology After Getting Brutally Trolled Over Comically Mimicking Kantara's Daiva Scene
