A storm brews over ‘Ghuskhor Pandit’, Manoj Bajpayee’s latest venture, as its title ignites protests nationwide. Congress heavyweights are vocal, slamming it as a humiliating jab at the Brahmin community and Sanatanis. Ajay Rai, Uttar Pradesh Congress head, told IANS this reflects a disturbing pattern of assaulting faith-based icons in modern narratives.
‘It’s insulting to Brahmins and believers; this goes beyond a title to attack core sensibilities,’ Rai charged. He positioned it as a critical juncture for societal introspection against divisive tropes.
Rakesh Sinha didn’t mince words, appealing directly to censors. ‘Cinema unites; it shouldn’t defame communities and brew unrest,’ he insisted. A title overhaul, he argued, is essential to avert broader conflicts.
Surendra Rajput, party spokesperson, stressed limits to creativity. ‘Democratic expression mustn’t trample community sentiments,’ he noted. An even-handed investigation, he suggested, ensures fairness for all stakeholders.
MP Pramod Tiwari attacked the root: ‘No community owns vice—greed is human, not caste-bound.’ He condemned such associations as tools of fragmentation, warranting strong repudiation.
Sukhdev Bhagat, another MP, championed balanced liberty. ‘Vital as free speech is, protecting feelings is equally crucial,’ he said. Traditions hold idioms aplenty, but deploying them derogatorily crosses lines. The escalating debate challenges the industry to reflect on title choices amid cultural sensitivities.