Actor Ranbir Kapoor Apologizes for Dussehra Speech Slip

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has issued an apology after a slip of the tongue during a Dussehra speech sparked controversy online.

The Incident

On October 20, the actor attended Dussehra celebrations in Kolkata, West Bengal, along with the team of his upcoming film 'Ramayana'. While speaking about how good always triumphs over evil, he accidentally phrased his statement in a way that suggested honesty and goodness would end instead. Videos of the speech quickly spread on social media, leading to criticism from several users.

The Apology

Ranbir addressed the mistake during a musical event for 'Ramayana' held in Chennai on October 21. Acknowledging the error, he quoted lines from his past film 'Rockstar' and explained that his words were simply an accidental mistake with no bad intention. He clarified that he meant to say truth and goodness always win, no matter how powerful evil is, and apologized for the misunderstanding.

Context

Promotional events for upcoming major film releases often involve cast members making public appearances at cultural festivals to connect with audiences. Such high-profile events are closely tracked by fans and media alike, meaning accidental slips during live speeches can rapidly draw public attention.