Hansal Mehta Praises Kunal Kamra’s ‘Bravery’ For Refusing To Apologise Over Eknath Shinde Remark
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has spoken out in support of comedian Kunal Kamra, calling him brave for standing his ground!
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has spoken out in support of comedian Kunal Kamra, calling him brave for standing his ground and refusing to apologise for his remark about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The controversy surrounding Kamra has sparked widespread debate, but the comedian has remained firm in his stance, despite public outrage and political pressure.
Hansal Mehta Backs Kamra’s Decision
Speaking to The Indian Express, Mehta commended Kamra for not bowing to external pressure. “It’s very brave of him to say so,” the Scam 1992 director stated. He also pointed out that while influencers like Ranveer Allahbadia and comedian Samay Raina had to issue apologies following backlash over separate incidents, Kamra has chosen not to retreat. “Even after all the outrage, Kunal Kamra has held his ground, and that is quite brave,” Mehta emphasized.
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When asked about the growing scrutiny and harassment of stand-up comedians in India, Mehta attributed it to a lack of self-awareness and humor in the country’s culture. “We lack the ability to laugh at ourselves; it doesn’t come naturally to us,” he remarked. He shared an observation from an international event, recalling a Golden Globes speech where Hollywood legends like Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Clint Eastwood laughed off harsh jokes directed at them. “Culturally, we are not as sporting. We are hypersensitive,” he added, suggesting that public figures in India are far less tolerant of criticism. After facing backlash for his comment on Eknath Shinde, Kamra took to Instagram to assert that he would not back down. “I won’t apologise,” he wrote, adding, “I don’t fear this mob & I will not be hiding under my bed, waiting for this to die down.”
First Published: March 26, 2025 5:24 PM
