'I accept...': 'Adipurush' writer Manoj Muntashir apologises for controversial dialogues
Mumbai (Maharashtra), July 8: 'Adipurush' writer Manoj Muntashir has issued an apology to people for hurting their religious sentiments with his controversial dialogues of the much-talked-about film.
"I accept people's emotions have been hurt by Adipurush. With folded hands, I extend my unconditional apologies. May Prabhu Bajrang Bali keep us united and grant us strength to serve our sacred Sanatan and our great nation," Manoj wrote on Twitter.
मैं स्वीकार करता हूँ कि फ़िल्म आदिपुरुष से जन भावनायें आहत हुईं हैं.
अपने सभी भाइयों-बहनों, बड़ों, पूज्य साधु-संतों और श्री राम के भक्तों से, मैं हाथ जोड़ कर, बिना शर्त क्षमा माँगता हूँ.
भगवान बजरंग बली हम सब पर कृपा करें, हमें एक और अटूट रहकर अपने पवित्र सनातन और महान देश की… — Manoj Muntashir Shukla (@manojmuntashir) July 8, 2023
His post evoked mixed reactions from netizens, with many believing it is too late to demand an apology.
"You are too late to apologise," a social media user commented, while other said, "Badi jaldi Maafi maang liye sahab But thik hai, Der aaye durust aaye."
'Adipurush,' directed by Om Raut has received harsh criticism since its release. Prabhas plays Lord Ram, Kriti plays Goddess Sita, Sunny Singh plays Laxman, and Saif Ali Khan plays Ravana.
Many critics and reviewers expressed disappointment with specific dialogues in the film. 'Marega Bete,' 'Bua Ka Bagicha Hain Kya,' and 'Jalegi Tere Baap Ki' are among the dialogues that have sparked controversy.
Following such criticism, the writers of 'Adipurush' revised the dialogues.
During the row, Manoj demanded protection, fearing a threat to his life. Mumbai Police has provided him with security and stated that the case is being investigated.
The All India Cine Workers Association also wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Mumbai Police, requesting that a complaint be filed against the film's producer, director, and writer.
In fact, the criticism and controversy surrounding Adipurush resurrected the 1987 Ramayan, as disappointed audiences compared the film to the famous show.
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- ANI
