An unexpected issue arose when Atlee, the renowned director of popular films like Jawan and Raja Rani, went on The Great Indian Kapil Show to promote his next movie, Baby John. Many people were offended by Kapil Sharma’s seemingly innocuous question to Atlee, which led to claims of racism.
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What Did Kapil Sharma Ask?
During the show, Kapil asked Atlee,
“When you meet a star for the first time, do they ask, ‘Where is Atlee?'”
Atlee responded with calmness and grace, saying,
“In a way, I understood your question. I’ll try to answer. I’m very thankful to AR Murugadoss sir because he produced my first film. He didn’t see how I looked or whether I was capable of it. But he loved my narration. The world shouldn’t judge by appearance; you have to judge by your heart.”
Atlee’s response carried a powerful message, but many social media users felt Kapil’s question implied a focus on Atlee’s physical appearance, triggering outrage.
Why the Backlash?
Netizens were quick to call out Kapil for what they perceived as a racially insensitive remark. Many argued that the question seemed to stereotype Atlee based on his looks, particularly as he hails from the Tamil film industry.
However, Kapil’s fans defended him, claiming the remark was misunderstood and was meant as a joke, not an insult.
About Baby John
Atlee’s upcoming film Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan, has generated significant buzz. Scheduled for release on December 25, 2024, the film revolves around DCP Satya Verma, who fakes his death and assumes the identity of Baby John to protect his daughter after a political feud turns deadly.
With music by Thaman S and cinematography by Kiran Koushik, the film promises to be an action-packed drama.
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