Mukesh Khanna jumps into the 'Besharam Rang' controversy; 'This is a matter of vulgarity'

Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan has been making headlines since the release of its teaser. Fans have been eagerly waiting to see Shah Rukh on the big screen in a full fledged role. Film's first song 'Besharam Rang' was released earlier this week and has been embroiled in controversy since then. Now, Mukesh Khanna has joined the group of people criticising the song.

Speaking with ABP news, he questioned how could The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) pass the song despite alleged 'vulgarity' in the song. 'I think our film industry has gone haywire. This is a matter of vulgarity, it has nothing to do with any kind of religious problem. The censor board is no Supreme Court. They tell me very prominent people but can they not see all these attacks on the Hindu religion', he said.

He later added that the censor must not pass such films. This song could mess up the minds of the youth, not only mislead them. This is a song made for the big screen, not for the OTT.

The song has been the target of trolls and some politicians due to the use of saffron colour for Deepika's attire. Earlier, BJP minister Narottam Mishra had said that the song reflected a 'dirty mindset', and threatened that the film may be banned in Madhya Pradesh.

The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in the lead roles. The film is slated to release on January 23.

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