Tanmay Bhat’s spoof video insulting Sachin Tendulkar and Lata Mangeshkar had sparked a lot of controversy.
Even Bollywood personalities such as Subhash Ghai, Paresh Rawal, Riteish Deshmukh and Anupam Kher condemned this video.
On the other hand, Tanmay refused to seek apology for his comments. Lata Mangeshkar’s younger sisters Meena Khadikar and Asha Bhosle expressed their views on this video.
Ashaji stated;
“I have not seen the video nor do I intend to. My grandson Chintu informed me about it as I don’t even watch television. I don’t want to say anything except for we are talking about a woman (Lata didi), who has worked for 70-80 years of her life, spreading joy and happiness through her music. I now want to wait and watch how many people will stand by us. Most people have a knack of debating about it for a couple of days and forgetting about it. Aaplya deshat, Bharat Ratnancha kiti aadar aahe hey baghaycha aahe (I want to see what respect and honour do the Bharat Ratnas get in our country). The government has bestowed this honour upon them. They must make a note of this.”
On the other hand, Meenatai stated;
“We don’t know who this man is nor have we discussed this issue with Lata didi. Even news channels should follow some discretion and avoid replaying that video on TV as our phone hasn’t stopped ringing for the past two days. She is 86 years old. Her health is sensitive and this is the last thing she needs to know.”
Further, Meenatai adds that by reacting to this video, Tanmay is being given undue importance. She says,
“The government should take action against this and people should speak up if they love us. Sachin has achieved so much in his life at such a young age. He has immense respect for didi and vice versa. These are Bharat Ratna awardees. Tyanchya vishayi kahitari ghanerda bolaycha (Talking rubbish about them) in the name of comedy is disgusting. We have nothing against humour, provided it’s in good taste. Several comedians have mimicked Lata didi in the past. Johny Lever mimics Asha but they are funny. None of that made us angry. This is repulsive. There’s absolute disregard for her age or achievements.”
However, let us wait and watch as to what action would be taken against Tanmay.
