Anurag Kashyap Apologies for Brahman Remark: Tajinder Bagga Seeks FIR Against Him

Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently faced backlash for making a controversial statement about the Brahmin community, which led to widespread criticism and a demand for his arrest

Politician and former Bigg Boss contestant Tajinder Bagga called for Kashyap's arrest, labeling him "mentally unstable" and urging the Mumbai Police to file an FIR against him for his remarks

The controversy began when Kashyap criticized the censor board amid the debate over the film "Phule," which led to a heated exchange with a social media user, resulting in his contentious comment about Brahmins

Kashyap's remark quickly went viral, prompting outrage from several Brahmin organizations and leading him to issue a public apology

In his apology, Kashyap clarified that his intent was not to spread hate and expressed regret for the backlash his comment caused He emphasized that his family and close ones should not face threats due to his actions.

Kashyap urged the Brahmin community to leave women out of the controversy, referencing the teachings of scriptures for decency and respect

Despite apologizing, Kashyap stood by his original post, stating that he would not retract his words but encouraged those offended to direct their anger towards him rather than his family

The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and sensitivities surrounding caste-related issues in India, especially within the context of public figures and social media interactions