"Disappointing to see such a lack of sensitivity."
Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan have sparked controversy by partying while the rest of India mourns the death of Ratan Tata.
The nation is mourning the passing of the beloved industrialist.
Tata passed away on October 9, 2024, at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital.
His death marks the end of an influential era in industry and philanthropy.
Tata leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations.
Meanwhile, Bollywood gathered for a different occasion.
Filmmaker Siddharth Anand hosted a birthday celebration for his wife Mamta Anand.
The celebration brought together some of Bollywood’s most prominent faces.
Shah Rukh Khan managed to evade the paparazzi and avoid the cameras. Gauri Khan joined him, along with Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad.
Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra, Bipasha Basu, Karan Singh Grover, and Karishma Tanna were also spotted at the celebration.
Numerous clips have surfaced on social media, capturing celebrities as they posed for the paparazzi before making their way into the venue.
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Gauri Khan chose a chic outfit for the evening, wearing a checkered, tie-dye ensemble in shades of grey and black.
Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan appeared to be sporting a simple hoodie, with a black umbrella covering his face.
Gauri Khan was also seen posing with her mother, Savita Chhibbar, in front of the paparazzi.
The party drew criticism on social media.
While personal celebrations are important, many felt that attending a party on the evening of Ratan Tata’s funeral showed a lack of sensitivity.
The internet quickly reacted, with many taking to social media to express their disappointment.
Critics argued that public figures like Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan should have acknowledged the nation’s loss in a more subdued manner.
One user wrote: “Isn’t this a time for the nation to mourn? Disappointing to see such a lack of sensitivity.”
Another commented: “They should have at least waited a few days; some respect should be shown.”
A third added:
“Such people have time to attend birthday parties than funerals of legends.”
As the backlash continued, supporters of the couple defended their actions.
They pointed out that while Ratan Tata’s passing is a tremendous loss, private lives and commitments continue for everyone, even public figures.
Some fans suggested that their attendance at a close friend’s birthday celebration should not overshadow their own ways of respecting and mourning Tata’s legacy.
The question of what constitutes appropriate behaviour during a period of national grief may vary among individuals.
However, this incident has sparked a larger discussion about the responsibilities of celebrities during significant moments in the country.
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