Kapil Sharma Faces Backlash Over Alleged ‘Racist’ Remarks Towards Director Atlee

MUMBAI: Comedian Kapil Sharma has recently come under fire for allegedly making a racially insensitive comment towards filmmaker Atlee during an episode of “The Great Indian Kapil Show.” The controversy arose after Sharma questioned Atlee about his experiences meeting stars, asking if they ever failed to recognize him due to his youthful appearance. Atlee responded by emphasizing the importance of judging individuals by their heart rather than their appearance.

The exchange prompted criticism from several social media users, including singer Chinmayi Sripaada, who labeled Sharma’s remarks as “crass and racist.” In response to the backlash, Sharma took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend himself, stating, “Dear sir, can you pls explain me where n when I talked about looks in this video? pls don’t spread hate on social media thank you.”

Atlee appeared on the show alongside actors Varun Dhawan, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Keerthy Suresh to promote his upcoming film “Baby John,” set for a Christmas release. The episode has sparked a broader discussion on the sensitivity required in comedy, especially concerning remarks that may perpetuate stereotypes or offend individuals based on their appearance.

As the debate continues, Sharma’s supporters argue that his comments were taken out of context, while critics maintain that public figures should exercise greater caution to avoid reinforcing harmful biases.

Source: Web Team, C6N