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Kangana Ranaut has criticized comedian Kunal Kamra over his controversial joke about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, questioning the credentials of those who defame others for "two minutes of fame." She also defended the demolition of the hotel where Kamra’s show was recorded, claiming it was legal, unlike the demolition of her Bandra bungalow in 2020, which she called illegal. Meanwhile, Eknath Shinde likened Kamra’s remarks to a "supari" (contract) to defame someone, emphasizing that while freedom of speech is important, there should be limits to satire. Kamra, however, stood by his comments and refused to apologize.

Comedian Kunal Kamra has refused to apologize for his "traitor" remark aimed at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, stating he would only do so if instructed by the courts. Speaking to Mumbai police from Tamil Nadu, Kamra denied rumors that he was funded by the opposition to target Shinde, granting the police access to his financial records for verification. The controversy follows demands for an apology from Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam, with an FIR filed against Kamra for his comments.

The controversy surrounding stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra deepened after Shiv Sena workers ransacked the Habitat Studio in Mumbai, where Kamra filmed his controversial show. Kamra's use of the term "gaddar" (traitor) to describe Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during his performance sparked outrage. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) also began demolishing unauthorized structures at the studio amidst the ongoing dispute. Kamra, who has been booked by the police, is currently in Pondicherry. Political leaders from both the ruling BJP and opposition have weighed in, with calls for legal action and an apology from Kamra for his remarks. An FIR has been filed against him, signaling that the controversy is far from over.

Rhea Chakraborty’s lawyer, Satish Maneshinde, expressed gratitude to the CBI for closing the investigation into Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, praising the thoroughness of the inquiry. He criticized the false narratives spread on social media, highlighting the hardships faced by Rhea, who was imprisoned for 27 days during the investigation. The CBI’s findings, including a dismissal of poisoning and strangling claims, are now under review by a special court in Mumbai.

The Supreme Court has granted YouTube personality Ranveer Allahbadia temporary relief in a controversy stemming from his comments about parents and sex on the stand-up show India’s Got Latent. The court ruled that no further police cases could be filed against him and assured him protection from arrest as long as he cooperates with investigations. Despite this, Allahbadia was ordered to deposit his passport and barred from participating in comedy shows. The court delivered a scathing rebuke, with Justice Surya Kant condemning Allahbadia’s remarks as obscene and damaging to societal values. While acknowledging the death threats against him, the court affirmed that necessary protection would be provided. Allahbadia later apologized, admitting his comments were inappropriate and expressing regret for the harm caused to his family and society.