HJS Files Complaint Against Ranveer Singh Over Alleged Disrespect to Goddess Chamundadevi at IFFI

The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) has filed an official complaint against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, alleging that he insulted Goddess Chamundadevi during the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.

Allegations by HJS

According to the complaint, Singh allegedly imitated the divine form of a deity depicted in the Kannada film Kantara – Chapter 1 on stage and reportedly referred to Chamundi Daiva—revered by the Kotitulu community—as a “female ghost.”

HJS members Pramod Tuyekar and Dilip Shetye submitted a memorandum to Panaji police station sub-inspector Sahin Shetye, urging the registration of a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for allegedly hurting Hindu religious sentiments.

“Chamundi Daiva is considered a sacred family deity of the Tulu community, and depicting or describing the deity in a derogatory manner amounts to disrespect. Such acts may cause public resentment and disturb peace,” HJS stated, according to PTI.

Calls for Apology and Code of Conduct

HJS has demanded a public apology from Ranveer Singh, urging him to refrain from similar remarks or performances in the future.

The organisation also appealed to IFFI organisers to frame a code of conduct for future ceremonies to prevent any depiction of religious deities in an insulting manner.

“Ranveer Singh should issue a public apology and assure he would refrain from making such remarks or performances in the future,” the memorandum read, while also requesting supporters to protest peacefully and within the law.