Ranveer Singh Fans Unite Against Rishab Shetty's 'Out of Line' Comments on IFFI Tribute

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Bollywood star Ranveer Singh has been at the center of controversy after he mimicked the Daivas on stage at the IFFI 2025 closing ceremony. The tribute, intended to honor Rishab Shetty's performance in Kantara Chapter One, sparked widespread criticism. Rishab Shetty, director and star of Kantara, recently spoke about the incident in an interview in Chennai. He expressed discomfort with people making fun of the Daivas, stating that the daiva element is 'sensitive and sacred' and should not be mocked or performed on stage. However, Ranveer's fans have come to his defense, arguing that Rishab's comments were unnecessary and an attempt to bring up the controversy again. They pointed out that Dhurandhar, Ranveer's new film, has been a massive hit, breaking box office records and earning ₹600 crore worldwide in just 11 days. Several fans took to social media to express their support for Ranveer, saying that intentions matter and that he never had any ill intentions. They also questioned Rishab's authority to dictate how the Daivas should be portrayed. Some even suggested that Rishab's comments were driven by a desire to promote his own film, Kantara Chapter One. The incident began at the IFFI Goa two weeks ago, where Ranveer's tribute to Rishab's performance sparked a backlash. Ranveer later apologized, stating that his intention was to highlight Rishab's incredible performance and that he had always deeply respected every culture, tradition, and belief in the country. The controversy has sparked a heated debate online, with fans on both sides expressing their opinions. The incident has also brought attention to the importance of respecting cultural sensitivities and traditions.