February 22nd 2025.
The bustling city of Mumbai is abuzz with the news of renowned Hindi filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan being embroiled in a controversy. A criminal complaint has been filed against her for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the beloved Hindu festival of Holi. The complaint, filed by popular internet personality Vikash Fhatak, also known as Hindustani Bhau, through his lawyer Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh, has raised concerns and sparked a heated debate.
According to reports, the complaint was lodged today at Khar Police Station, seeking legal action against Khan for her controversial statement made during an episode of the popular television show Celebrity MasterChef on February 20. Fhatak claims that Khan referred to Holi as "a festival for the Chhapris," using a term that is considered derogatory and offensive. He further states that this remark deeply hurt his personal religious sentiments and those of the larger Hindu community.
Advocate Deshmukh, representing Fhatak, expressed his client's displeasure and stated, "My client firmly believes that Farah Khan's comment has insulted not only his religious sentiments but also that of the entire Hindu community. The use of the term 'Chhapris' to describe a sacred festival is highly inappropriate and has the potential to cause communal tension."
The complaint, filed under the Indian Penal Code, reads, "The accused has not only hurt my personal religious sentiments but has also disturbed the Hindu community at large. Ms. Farah Khan, a well-known Bollywood filmmaker and choreographer, recently made a highly derogatory and offensive remark against the Hindu festival of Holi. Through this complaint, I seek justice and urge the authorities to take necessary legal action against Khan for her irresponsible and inflammatory statement."
The FIR has been filed against Farah Khan under sections 196, 299, 302, and 353 of the Indian Penal Code. The remarks made by Khan, who is currently a judge on the reality show Celebrity MasterChef, triggered a massive backlash on social media. In an episode, she had commented, "Holi is the favorite festival of all the chhapri people." The use of the term "chhapri," considered a casteist slur, drew severe criticism and led to Khan being heavily trolled online.
The incident has sparked a debate about the responsible use of language and the need to be mindful of cultural sensitivities. Many have come out in support of Fhatak's complaint, while others have defended Khan, stating that it was an innocent mistake. The case is currently under investigation, and it remains to be seen what consequences, if any, Farah Khan will face for her remarks.
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