Guwahati: Ayodhya’s seer has promised to “burn Shah Rukh Khan alive” in response to the uproar caused by the recently released “Besharam Rang” song, a dance number from the upcoming film “Pathan” starring the superstar and Deepika Padukone.
The actor will be “burned,” according to Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya of Tapasvi Chhawani, who also stated that he would defend anyone in court when speaking to media on December 19.
A prohibition on the movie’s theatrical release was also demanded by the seer, who allegedly threatened to burn down any theatres that showed it.
“They have insulted our Bhagwa rang (saffron colour). Such films should be boycotted. Shah Rukh Khan has made no web series against the Prophet because he has no guts. He only insults Sanatan Dharma. Insulting Sanatan Dharma has been made a means of earning money. If Sanatan Dharma is insulted, then a death sentence will be given. I will burn Shah Rukh alive if I see him,” Paramhans Acharya said.
Since it was released, the song “Besharam Rang,” featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone and featuring a dance performance, has drawn criticism.
The song is facing severe criticism with several BJP leaders also raising objections. Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra earlier talking to reporters said: “The costumes in the song at first glance are objectionable. It is clearly visible that the song of the film ‘Pathaan’ has been shot with a dirty mindset.”
Mishra made his comment two days after the song’s debut.
“I don’t think this is right, and I will tell the director and makers of the film to fix it. Earlier also Deepika Padukone came in support of ‘Tukde Tukde Gang’ at JNU and that’s why her mentality has come in front of everyone before. And that is why I believe that the name of this song ‘Besharam Rang’ is also objectionable in itself and the way saffron and green have been worn, the song’s colours, the lyrics and the title of the film are not peaceful. It needs improvement. If it is not done, then we will consider whether its telecast should be allowed in Madhya Pradesh. Now let’s see, so far all those who have been asked have improved. If it’s not done then we will consider it,” he added.
The song is a dance number with lyrics by Kumaar and music by Vishal-Sheykhar.
“Pathaan,” directed by Siddharth Anand, is slated to open in theatres on January 25, 2023.