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Sarke Chunar Teri row: Sanjay Dutt apologises; to sponsor education of 50 tribal girls
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Sarke Chunar Teri row: Sanjay Dutt apologises; to sponsor education of 50 tribal girls

The Indian Express·PTI·about 1 month ago
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Actor Sanjay Dutt on Monday appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) in connection with the controversy surrounding the KD: The Devil song “Sarke Chunar Teri” and submitted a written apology, expressing regret for any “unintended” harm caused to society. During the hearing, held under NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, the commission raised concerns over alleged vulgarity and indecent representation of women in the song and questioned issues of intent, awareness and accountability. The chairperson emphasised whether adequate due diligence was undertaken before participating in content that could be perceived as promoting objectification of women, while also underlining the responsibility of senior and influential public figures in ensuring that their work remains within the bounds of legal and societal standards.…

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