Accusations of making offensive remarks about women have led to a formal complaint being filed against वृंदावन’s कथावाचक (storyteller) अनिरुद्धाचार्य. A controversial statement made during his katha (storytelling sessions) in October 2025 is now facing legal scrutiny, with a hearing scheduled for January 1st and widespread criticism within society.
Aniruddhaचार्य Controversy: Aniruddhaचार्य, a storyteller based in वृंदावन, is facing legal action following allegations of making inappropriate comments about women. During a katha in October 2025, he reportedly stated that nowadays, daughters get married after 25 years, by which time they have been slapped four times. This statement drew public condemnation from Bollywood actress Disha Patani’s sister and MP Priyanka Chaturvedi. Aniruddhaचार्य is now required to appear in court on January 1st to present his defense, clarifying the legal responsibility associated with remarks made on public platforms.
Case Filed Against Aniruddhaचार्य Over Remarks About Women
The difficulties for वृंदावन’s कथावाचक Aniruddhaचार्य are escalating. Following a controversial remark about women during his katha in October 2025, a formal complaint has been lodged against him. He is now obligated to appear in court and defend his position. The hearing is scheduled for January 1st.
During his katha, Aniruddhaचार्य stated that nowadays, daughters typically get married after 25 years. He argued that while it was preferable in the past when marriages occurred earlier, the current delay results in daughters having been “slapped four times” – a phrase interpreted as referring to experiences before marriage. This comment sparked significant opposition within society.
Reactions and Criticism
Numerous individuals have voiced their disapproval of Aniruddhaचार्य’s remarks. Khushboo Patani, the sister of Bollywood actress Disha Patani, publicly condemned the statement. MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, a member of the Uddhav Thackeray government, stated that a guru with a large fan base making such comments about women is detrimental to society.
Following the growing protests from women, Aniruddhaचार्य defended his statement on social media, claiming that some young men and women cohabitate before marriage, a practice sometimes referred to as “being slapped” in rural language, and this is the basis of the controversy.
Legal Proceedings and Future Actions
Legal proceedings are now underway in this case. During the court hearing, Aniruddhaचार्य will be required to interpret his statement. Furthermore, society and the media are closely observing the situation. The court’s decision will clarify the extent to which legal responsibility is assigned for offensive remarks made on public platforms.
