Ayodhya’s spiritual heartland is boiling with anger over Netflix’s ‘Ghussor Pandit,’ a film whose title has united Hindu saints in a fierce critique. They argue it maligns priests and risks fracturing societal bonds in a nation already navigating identity divides.
Leading the charge, Mahant Sitaram Das of Saket Bhawan Temple decried the ‘insulting’ moniker as a targeted smear. ‘Deliberately attaching offensive words to a community’s name is tragic. It promotes a skewed view that poisons public perception,’ he remarked during a temple gathering.
He challenged the narrative’s focus: ‘If exposing vices was the goal, why single out Brahmins? Corruption exists everywhere—why not address it universally?’ Das portrayed Brahmins as historically patient contributors to society, making their vilification all the more unjust.
Mahant Dr. Deveshacharya of Hanuman Garhi turned scrutiny on regulators. ‘Censor boards exist to protect society from divisive content. Approving this film that tarnishes an entire group demands severe repercussions,’ he insisted, advocating for bans and formal apologies.
Joining the fray, Sant Amit Das labeled the project ‘unfortunate,’ warning of its potential to incite fights. ‘Films like this mislead the masses and breed enmity. Immediate intervention is crucial to safeguard communal peace,’ he urged.
The incident underscores tensions between creative expression and religious sentiments in modern India. With social media amplifying voices, producers face mounting pressure. Saints emphasize that while art critiques society, it must not demonize faiths, calling for dialogue to restore balance before the film hits screens.