Shah Rukh Khan is under fire after a recent appearance at the Ambani pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar. While the three Khans – Shah Rukh, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan – took the stage to dance to the hit RRR song “Naatu Naatu,” the atmosphere turned sour when Shah Rukh made insensitive remarks about Telugu film star Ram Charan.
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During the performance, Shah Rukh called Ram Charan on stage, attempting to engage with the audience by uttering random phrases in Tamil, not Telugu. The incident has triggered outrage, particularly from South Indians, who accuse the Hindi film industry of perpetuating stereotypes about those from the South.
Bollywood’s Historical Stereotyping
The incident reflects a broader issue within Bollywood, where South Indians are often stereotyped, labeled collectively as “Madrasi,” and portrayed inaccurately, perpetuating racial biases. This problematic trend has persisted over the years, with Shah Rukh Khan himself being implicated in similar controversies in the past.
In films like “Ra One” (2011) and “Chennai Express” (2013), Shah Rukh played characters that reinforced negative stereotypes about South Indians, drawing criticism for their inaccurate and offensive depictions.
SRK’s Disconnect from His South Indian Collaborators
Despite Shah Rukh Khan having worked closely with accomplished directors and technicians from South India, including collaborations with Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan, Priyadarshan, and Santosh Sivan, recent incidents suggest a disconnect. Fans and critics alike question why SRK, with his strong fan base in South India, continues to perpetuate such stereotypes.
Social Media Backlash
The recent incident at the Ambani event has triggered a wave of criticism on social media, with fans expressing disappointment and calling out Shah Rukh Khan for perpetuating offensive stereotypes. Many fans from South India, who have been staunch supporters of SRK’s work, are now questioning his insensitivity.
Ram Charan’s makeup artist, Zeba Hassan, reportedly walked out of the event due to the disrespectful nature of Shah Rukh’s remarks. Fans are now eagerly awaiting SRK’s response as the video of the incident goes viral, leaving little room for damage control.
Shah Rukh Khan, an influential figure in the film industry, now faces the challenge of addressing the outrage and mending the strained relationship with his South Indian audience. As the controversy unfolds, fans and critics alike are keen to see whether SRK takes responsibility for perpetuating harmful stereotypes or issues an apology for his actions.
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