Sunil Grover Trolled For Making Triptii Dimri ‘Uncomfortable’ Over Animal Scene
Kapil Sharma’s popular television series, The Great Indian Kapil Show, continues to captivate viewers in its second season, recently hosting the star cast of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Actors Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, and Triptii Dimri, along with director Anees Bazmee, appeared on the show’s latest episode. However, a question by comedian Sunil Grover to Triptii Dimri took a controversial turn, sparking a wave of criticism online.
During the episode, Grover, known for his outlandish comedic personas, entered dressed as a ‘Dafli’ and engaged Triptii Dimri in a light-hearted but ultimately awkward conversation. In a segment that has since gone viral, he addressed Triptii with a seemingly innocent question that soon took a discomforting twist. Grover asked, “You are the one who was in the film Animal, right?” The actress acknowledged this, adding, “I saw what you have said about me.”
The conversation then took an unexpected turn as Grover remarked, “What you did with Ranbir Kapoor was just a shooting, right? There was nothing like this in real life?” Although the audience responded with laughter, Triptii’s reaction suggested she felt uneasy. Grover continued, asking once again if there was any real-life connection with Ranbir Kapoor. Dimri firmly replied, “No, there was nothing in real life.”
As soon as the episode aired, clips of the interaction circulated widely on social media, drawing a significant backlash. Many viewers voiced their displeasure, criticizing Grover’s approach as inappropriate and invasive. “Sadly, this is being taken as a joke,” wrote one user, while another commented, “Triptii was visibly uncomfortable, yet the comedian persisted with the question.” Several others questioned why Grover did not address his remarks to Ranbir Kapoor, with one user calling the segment “third-class comedy that’s disrespectful to women.”
The controversy has reignited discussions around celebrity interviews and the boundaries of comedic entertainment. Triptii Dimri, who gained popularity with her role in Animal alongside Ranbir Kapoor, quickly became a social media sensation and earned the moniker “national crush” following her bold portrayal. While she had previously delivered acclaimed performances in films like Bulbbul and Qala, Animal drew widespread attention, although not always for her acting. The current incident has only added fuel to an ongoing conversation about how female stars are often subjected to uncomfortable comments.
Despite the backlash, The Great Indian Kapil Show remains popular, with fans eagerly awaiting the next episodes. However, the incident serves as a reminder of the sensitivity required in balancing humour with respect, especially in the spotlight of national television.
