Archive · 6 Oct 2026
Sanjay Dutt Says Peace Remark Was Scripted After Backlash
Sanjay Dutt spoke about peace in India on Shekhar Suman’s show.
He said he could not feel the same peace in the country anymore, while also praising its people.
Some viewers criticized what he said.
Dutt later explained that the words were part of a scripted, humorous performance and were not his personal thoughts.
He said he did not want anyone to misunderstand his real views or feel offended.
Some people online questioned whether his clarification video was made with AI, but the reports do not confirm that.
A video of Dutt at Mumbai airport also spread online.
One report said he might take a short personal trip to Africa.
Sanjay Dutt said his remarks about no longer feeling peace in India were part of a scripted, humorous segment on Shekhar Suman’s show, Shekhar Tonite.
The comments aired during a Gandhi Jayanti special; Dutt also praised Indians as large-hearted and hospitable and said he hoped peaceful days would return.
Dutt said on X and in a later video that the remarks were not his personal thoughts and that he did not intend to offend anyone.
The controversy drew online criticism; some users also questioned whether Dutt’s clarification video or voice was AI-generated, a claim the reports do not verify.
A video of Dutt at Mumbai airport went viral, and one report said he was allegedly planning a short personal trip to Africa.
- Who
- Actor Sanjay Dutt, on host Shekhar Suman’s show.
- What
- Dutt clarified that his remarks about peace in India were scripted and did not represent his personal thoughts.
- When
- The remarks aired during a Gandhi Jayanti special; clarifications and online reactions followed in reports dated October 4 and 5, 2026.
- Where
- On Shekhar Suman’s show, Shekhar Tonite, and on social media; Dutt was also reported seen at Mumbai airport.
- Why
- Dutt said he wanted to explain the scripted context and prevent his performance from being mistaken for his personal views.
Dutt and supporters
Critics and questioning viewers
Meaning of the remarks
Dutt and supporters
Dutt said the comments were scripted, humorous, and not his personal views; writer Rajeev Nigam defended him online.
Critics and questioning viewers
The comments drew criticism, with some users objecting to what Dutt said about peace in India.
Clarification video
Dutt and supporters
Dutt said the video explained the scripted context and clarified his actual views.
Critics and questioning viewers
Some users speculated that the video or its voice was AI-generated; the reports offer no confirmation.
- Show
- Shekhar Tonite, hosted by Shekhar Suman
- Episode
- A Gandhi Jayanti special
- Dutt’s remark
- He said he could no longer feel the same peace in India and hoped those days would return.
- Dutt’s explanation
- He described the remarks as part of a scripted, light-hearted performance, not his personal thoughts or feelings.
- Earlier statement
- Dutt said he did not intend to hurt, offend, or disrespect any individual, community, or institution.
- Online reaction
- Some users criticized the original remarks and questioned whether the clarification video or voice was AI-generated; the reports do not verify that speculation.
- Travel report
- One report said Dutt was allegedly flying to Africa for a short personal break; the trip was not confirmed in the articles.
- Airport video
- A video showing Dutt at Mumbai airport was reported to have gone viral.
Sources
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