Rajpal Yadav Diwali And Meat Controversy Explained: Why Is Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Star Getting Trolled?

Rajpal Yav, whose latest release is Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has found himself at center of a controversy. A video of actor has been trending on social media in which he snatched a journalist's camera who posed a question to him over his comments on Diwali which h sparked a row. Here's why netizens are criticising him.

Rajpal Yav's comments on firecrackers on Diwali go viral

Recently, Hera Pheri 2 star issued an apology regarding a video in which he urged people to refrain from bursting firecrackers on Diwali. clip surfaced on October 27, days before festival. He emphasised that loud ises can frighten animals, and for this reason, he encourd Hindus to refrain from using firecrackers during festival. He asserted that festival can be celebrated without use of fireworks.

Is Rajpal Yav a meat eater?

While his mess appeared to be in support of animal welfare, video invited backlash from some users who accused him of hypocrisy. Netizens claimed that he has endorsed products like chicken and meat biryani in vertisements. In certain old clips, he can be seen speaking about how he enjoys n-vegetarian dishes. Many said that while Rajpal's mess on firecrackers was borne out of good intentions, it seemed contrictory in light of his food and endorsement choices.

Rajpal Yav issues apology

In an attempt to douse controversy over his Diwali remarks, Rajpal posted a video in which he is seen offering an apology if anyone’s feelings were hurt. ace comedian also sent out his Diwali greetings to fans. Alongside video, Rajpal wrote in caption, “I apologise from bottom of my heart. My aim was t to reduce happiness of Diwali... Diwali is festival of happiness and light for us, and making it beautiful for everyone is our real festival. Lots of best wishes and love to all of you; let's make this Diwali special toger.”

Interestingly, actor offered his apology ahe of release of Kartik Aaryan’s film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, of which he is also a part.

Rajpal snatches journalist's phone, video goes viral

A fresh video started trending on X where Rajpal looked miffed at question about his Diwali comments. Agitated, he soon snatched journalist's phone away. journalist who shared video also claimed that Rajpal tried to throw phone, but video still got recorded. 

actor is yet to clarify on this video.