Jan 7, 2024, 05:20 PM IST

Bollywood actors who sparked controversies with their bold statements

Manisha Chauhan

Kangana Ranaut on Nepotism: Her remarks calling out nepotism in Bollywood and referring to certain actors as 'movie mafia' sparked a major debate in the industry.

Salman Khan's 'rape' comment: He faced backlash for a comment during the promotion of Sultan, where he compared his grueling training to feeling like a 'raped woman,' which was deemed insensitive

Aamir Khan on intolerance in India: Aamir Khan expressed concern over growing intolerance in India, which stirred controversy and led to debates on social and political platforms.

Shah Rukh Khan on Pakistani actors: His statement about welcoming Pakistani actors in Indian films sparked controversy, especially amid tensions between India and Pakistan.

Sonam Kapoor's comments on meat ban: Her remarks on the meat ban during a Jain festival led to criticism and debates regarding religious sentiments and dietary choices.

Kareena Kapoor's pregnancy comment: She faced criticism for her statement on prioritizing her pregnancy over a film's shooting schedule, which some perceived as being insensitive to work commitments.

Deepika Padukone on 'Padmavati' controversy: Her comments on the 'Padmavati' controversy led to backlash, with some accusing her of undermining historical sentiments.

Ranveer Singh's comments on masturbation: His statement on a talk show about the act of masturbation created controversy for its explicit nature.

Priyanka Chopra's Tweet on Indian Army: Her tweet supporting the Indian armed forces during a time of tension between India and Pakistan drew criticism for being nationalist and insensitive.