Ranbir Kapoor Under Fire As His Old Statement On Teacher's Legs In Skirts Goes Viral
The video, dating back to 2013 during the promotions of "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani," captures Kapoor candidly sharing an anecdote from his childhood. He recalls a time in second grade when he admitted to peeping at his teacher's legs whenever she wore skirts in class.
Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor has found himself embroiled in controversy once again after an old video resurfaced online, showcasing the actor making inappropriate remarks about his teacher's attire.
Ranbir Kapoor Under Fire As His Old Statement On Teacher's Legs In Skirts Goes Viral
What Is The Whole Incident All About?
The video, dating back to 2013 during the promotions of "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani," captures Kapoor candidly sharing an anecdote from his childhood.
He recalls a time in second grade when he admitted to peeping at his teacher's legs whenever she wore skirts in class.
Ranbir's Statement
In the controversial clip, Kapoor not only recounts the incident but also makes a distasteful comment to the host, stating, "But I've not changed. Agar aap skirt pehen ke aaye hote, toh main vahi let jaata" (translation: "But I have not changed. If you had worn a skirt, I would still do the same.".
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Backlash From Netizens
Following the video's circulation, netizens swiftly condemned Kapoor's remarks, labelling them as crude and derogatory.
Many took to social media platforms to express their disdain, with some even dubbing the actor as 'sick'.
One X user called Ranbir Kapoor a "sick person."
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Another said, "came across a Ranbir Kapoor video, and I have so many questions for Neetu, starting with, Why didn¡¯t you seek medical advice when he was little and hit his head????"
This is not the first time Kapoor has faced criticism for his remarks. Just days before this incident, another video surfaced where he referred to Deepika Padukone as a "cheap girl," further fueling outrage among the public.
In the midst of controversies, Ranbir Kapoor's recent film, "Animal," also sparked debates nationwide.
Critics slammed his portrayal of a "toxic" and "misogynist" character in the movie.
Kapoor defended his role, asserting that his character aimed to initiate discussions around toxic masculinity, thus justifying the backlash.
As the controversy surrounding Ranbir Kapoor's remarks continues to escalate, the actor finds himself under intense scrutiny yet again, prompting reflections on accountability and responsibility within the entertainment industry.
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