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CNBC TV18•05-10-2026, 12:58
Sanjay Dutt Clarifies "No Peace in India" Remark as Scripted Humor
  • •Sanjay Dutt issued a clarification regarding his "can’t feel peace in India" remark made on Shekhar Suman’s talk show Shekhar Tonite.
  • •Dutt stated his comments were part of a scripted, light-hearted, and humorous conversation, similar to the satire in his Munna Bhai films.
  • •He emphasized that his intention was never to hurt, offend, or disrespect anyone, and the remarks were meant to convey a message of love and togetherness.
  • •The actor expressed that his words were misinterpreted outside their intended context of humor and satire.
  • •During the show, Dutt also humorously adopted his Munna Bhai persona to discuss being Prime Minister and added a fourth monkey to Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy.

Key Questions Answered

During an appearance on Shekhar Suman's talk show Shekhar Tonite, Sanjay Dutt remarked that he could no longer feel a sense of 'peace' in India, prompting widespread online discussion.

Sanjay Dutt issued a clarification on social media stating that his comments were part of a scripted, light-hearted, and humorous conversation intended to spread goodwill, similar to his Munna Bhai films and 'Gandhigiri'.

Shekhar Tonite, hosted by Shekhar Suman, premiered on YouTube on May 15.