Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao has landed in legal trouble over a scene in his 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri, which has sparked allegations of hurting religious sentiments. The case also names the film’s director Nitin Kakkar, producer Amul Vikas Mohle, and actress Shruti Haasan.

The controversy stems from a particular poster and scene in the film that allegedly depicts Lord Shiva wearing slippers — a portrayal that has offended a section of the public. The case, originally filed in 2017, was lodged by Ishant Sharma, a Hindu leader and film producer, at Police Division No. 5 in Jalandhar. Sharma claimed that the portrayal was disrespectful and could hurt religious sentiments, triggering widespread backlash.

Legal proceedings were revived after Rajkummar Rao failed to appear for a previously scheduled court hearing, prompting the issuance of a non-bailable warrant. However, on July 29, 2025, the actor surrendered before a Jalandhar court and marked his presence at 4 PM. Judge Srijan Shukla subsequently granted him bail.

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Notably, Rao had earlier secured anticipatory bail in the case. The fresh warrant was issued only after he missed the mandated court date.

As of now, no official statement has been released by Rajkummar Rao or his representatives. The next course of legal action will be determined following today’s hearing in Jalandhar.

The incident highlights the continued scrutiny of artistic content in India and the legal challenges that actors and filmmakers may face over religious sensitivities.

Source: NDTV