Throwback: Shatrughan Sinha Defends Daughter Sonakshi Against Mukesh Khanna's Ramayana Criticism
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Sonakshi Sinha recently expressed her discontent on social media regarding actor Mukesh Khanna's criticism of her for failing to respond to a question related to the Ramayana during her appearance on Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati 11 in 2019. When Amit Ji posed the question about whom Lord Hanuman brought the 'sanjeevani booti' for, the actress opted to use a lifeline.
Shatrughan Sinha slammed Mukesh Khanna
Mukesh Khanna expressed his discontent regarding the situation, offering his critique of the misstep. Prior to Sonakshi's involvement, Shatrughan Sinha had also criticized the Shaktimaan actor for his persistent remarks on the matter. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Shatrughan stated, “It seems that someone is troubled by Sonakshi's reluctance to respond to a question about the Ramayan. Firstly, what credentials does this individual possess to be considered an authority on all matters related to the Ramayan? Furthermore, who has designated him as the custodian of the Hindu faith?”
The esteemed actor expressed his immense pride in all three of his children. He noted that Sonakshi achieved stardom independently and that he did not initiate her career. "She is the kind of daughter that any father would be proud to have. Not responding to a question regarding the Ramayan does not diminish Sonakshi's standing as a good Hindu. She does not require validation from anyone," Shatrughan remarked.
For those unfamiliar, Shatrughan has named his sons after the twin characters from the Ramayan — Luv and Kush — and has also designated his residence as Ramayan.
What did Sonakshi Sinha post about Mukesh Khanna?
In a recent interview, Mukesh Khanna attributed the lack of cultural knowledge in Sonakshi Sinha's upbringing to her father, Shatrughan Sinha. In response, the actress expressed her views on her Instagram story. She stated: “I came across your comment suggesting that my father is to blame for my inability to answer a question about the Ramayana correctly during a show I participated in many years ago. I would like to point out that there were two women present on the hot seat that day who also did not know the answer to that question, yet you continue to single me out for reasons that are quite apparent.”
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