Just when you think Bollywood controversies have peaked, Ram Gopal Varma proves otherwise, with a comment that’s got everyone talking.
Ram Gopal Varma, never a stranger to controversy, has once again found himself in hot water. This time, it’s over a comment made about Kiara Advani’s bikini look in the upcoming action sequel War 2. In a now-deleted social media post, Varma crudely remarked, “Who gets her back? Hrithik or Jr NTR? OG Tharki!”, a statement that quickly went viral for all the wrong reasons.
Fans and industry insiders alike slammed the filmmaker for objectifying Kiara and making distasteful remarks. The backlash was swift, with several users calling the comment “misogynistic” and “cheap publicity.” Even those who usually support Varma’s unfiltered takes were left shocked. As War 2 gears up for a major release with a stellar cast, this distraction has angered fans who believe the film’s focus should be on its talent, not offhanded vulgarity. Kiara has not officially responded yet, but the incident has reignited conversations about the way women are spoken about in Indian cinema, even by its own insiders.