Mumbai: Amid the controversy surrounding his statement, Kunal Kamra made it clear that he had no regrets about his remarks. He also informed the Mumbai police that he stood by his "gaddar" (traitor) comment, which was widely interpreted as being directed at Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde according to a report by NDTV.
Kunal Kamra also stated that he would only apologize if instructed to do so by the courts. His remark came after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis demanded an apology from Kamra, emphasizing in the Assembly that while freedom of expression is important, it should not extend to "low-level comedy" or disrespecting the Deputy Chief Minister as per reports.
Police sources also revealed that Kunal Kamra, who spoke to the police from Tamil Nadu, denied rumours suggesting that he had been paid by the opposition to target Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra reportedly gave the police permission to review his finances to confirm that no such payment had been received, if necessary. This move was intended to address the allegations and further clarify his position.
Habitat Announces Temporary Shuts After Controversy
Following the vandalism that occurred on March 23 at the Habitat Comedy Club in Khar, sparked by the comdian Kunal Kamra's latest stand-up special 'Naya Bharat', the Habitat club has announced that it will be "temporarily closed" until further notice.
The Habitat club which is based in the Khar, announced about the closer while stating, "We are shutting down till we figure out the best way to provide a platform for free expression without putting ourselves and our property in jeopardy"
