Mukesh Khanna, who played Shaktimaan in India's iconic series, often grabs headlines for his statements.?The controversial actor is in the news again for his regressive remarks.
In a viral video that has surfaced on the internet, the actor can be seen saying:
"Koi bhi ladki agar kisi ladke ko kahe ki, 'I want to have s*x with you', woh ladki ladki nahi hai, woh dhandha kar rahi hai. Kyunki iss tarah ke nirlaj baatein koi sabhya samaj ki ladki kabhi nhi karegi. Agar woh karti hai toh woh sabhya samaj ki nhi hai. Woh uska dhandha hai. Aap usme bhaagi daar mat baniye.)
(If a girl tells a guy she wants to have sex with him, then that girl is nothing but a sex worker, as a girl who belongs to a good society won't say such a shameless thing. Don't be part of it.)
Many pointed out that the idol they loved since childhood is no longer an idol!
In the video, the actor is seen explaining scammers. However, the part where he looks down upon women is what has led to the collective outrage.
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna is known for his roles as Bhishma Pitamah in Mahabharat and Shaktimaan, the superhero figure from Shaktimaan. He is one of the most famous figures on Indian television, but he is also well-known for making ridiculous statements that are often perceived as misogynistic and regressive.
His comments that sexual assault and harassment only began once women started leaving the house and going to work did not sit well with many.
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