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Bollywood legend Sanjay Dutt appeared before the National Commission for Women on Monday, apologizing for the allegedly offensive lyrics of the song “Sarka Channar Teri Sarka” from the film Om Shanti Om. Dutt claimed that he was not aware of the song’s lyrics, translation, and final presentation, and that his role was limited to performing as an actor under a contract.
In a conciliatory tone, Dutt expressed his regret for any offense caused by the song and emphasized his respect for women’s dignity and social values. He also promised to bear the expenses for the education of 50 girls from a tribal community in Nagpur, Maharashtra, for the upcoming academic year, with a report on the fulfillment of this promise to be submitted within three months.
The controversy surrounding the song has sparked a heated debate in the Bollywood industry, with several actors and celebrities weighing in on the issue. In a recent interview, veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah revealed that his daughter Shraddha had advised him against dancing, citing his lack of skills in the field. Shah also expressed his admiration for Shah Rukh Khan’s film Om Shanti Om, calling it his favorite.
Meanwhile, the world of music has witnessed a new record being set by the biopic film Michael on Michael Jackson, which grossed $217 million worldwide in its opening week. The film’s success has sparked a wave of interest in the life and career of the music icon.
In other news, Indian actor Govinda’s wife Sunita Ahuja expressed her regret over the late actor’s decision to not fulfill his potential in life, despite being a prominent figure in the industry. The couple’s daughter Tina Ahuja has also spoken out about her father’s struggles with his career.
In international news, Iran has requested the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz, while the United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+. The move is set to take effect on May 1, 2026.
In the United States, President Donald Trump is facing a deadline on May 1 to end the military operation against Iran, as per the War Powers Act, which prohibits the President from conducting military operations without Congressional approval for more than 60 days.
In a separate development, US Treasury Secretary Scott Mnuchin has made a significant claim about Iran’s oil exports, while former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman has stated that Trump’s demand for Iran to surrender its nuclear program is unrealistic.
