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Shekhar Suman backs Sanjay Dutt over ‘peace in India’ remark: ‘He is a good man who loves his country’

A light-hearted Gandhi Jayanti episode of Shekhar Tonite has become a flashpoint, and now the show's host is stepping in to defend his guest. Shekhar Suman says Sanjay Dutt' s comments about India were innocent, well-meant, and stripped of their original context by critics online. In an interview with NDTV, Suman said Dutt holds deep respect for the country and its people. He called the remarks…

Shekhar Suman backs Sanjay Dutt over ‘peace in India’ remark: ‘He is a good man who loves his country’

In a recent episode of Shekhar Tonite, host Shekhar Suman defended his guest, actor Sanjay Dutt, against criticism of Dutt's remarks regarding peace in India. Suman stated on NDTV that Dutt's comments were innocent and well-intentioned, with critics misinterpreting the context. Describing Dutt as a decent man with a deep respect for his country, Suman emphasized that the actor should not face punishment for a remark he neither made nor intended.

The actor, known for his role as Munna Bhai, humorously joked about not flying abroad to celebrate as Prime Minister, instead preferring to remain among the people to maintain a connection with the public. Dutt later clarified his remarks, stating that the intention was to promote love, unity, and goodwill, similar to the satire employed in his Munna Bhai films.

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