A complaint has been filed against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh at a police station in Bengaluru. He has been accused of hurting religious sentiments by allegedly making fun of the Chavundi Daiva tradition.
The complaint is related to an incident that took place during the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) held in Goa on November 28, 2025.
According to the complaint, Ranveer Singh was on stage during the event and reportedly copied or mimicked the divine expressions linked to Panjurli and Guliga Daiva traditions. These traditions are part of local religious and cultural practices, especially in coastal Karnataka.
The complainant alleged that Singh acted in a crude and humorous way while imitating the sacred rituals. It is also claimed that he referred to Chavundi Daiva as a “female ghost,” which upset many people who respect the tradition.
Actor Rishab Shetty, who played the lead role in the film Kantara: Chapter 1, was present on stage at the time. The complaint says that Singh continued his act even after being asked not to perform anything related to Daiva practices.
People associated with the tradition said that such portrayals are disrespectful and hurt the sentiments of the community.
The police have received the complaint and are looking into the matter. Further action will depend on the investigation.
The incident has sparked debate on social media, with some criticising the actor while others say it may have been unintentional.