Rana Daggubati recently apologized to actress Sonam Kapoor for his comments about her involvement in the movie ‘The Zoya Factor’ alongside actor Dulquer Salmaan.Rana made these comments during an event in Hyderabad for the promotion of his film ‘King Of Kotha’.
He mentioned that Dulquer, his junior from acting school, was filming near his home, and during that shoot, a prominent Bollywood actress (though he didn’t name her, it was believed to be Sonam) seemed distracted on set.Rana expressed that her lack of focus affected the quality of the shots and caused frustration among the crew.
These remarks led to online backlash against Sonam, prompting Rana to clarify his intention.He stated that his comments were light-hearted banter and meant to be playful.
He expressed regret that his words were misconstrued and apologized to both Sonam and Dulquer for any misunderstanding.
In response, Sonam posted a cryptic message on Instagram, using a quote attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt.The quote emphasized the idea that small minds talk about people, average minds discuss events, and great minds engage in discussions about ideas.Sonam’s post seemed to indirectly address the situation.
‘The Zoya Factor’, based on Anuja Chauhan’s novel, features Sonam Kapoor as Zoya Singh Solanki, an advertising executive who crosses paths with the Indian Cricket Team during the 2011 Cricket World Cup.The team’s fortunes turn positive after encountering her, leading to her being seen as a lucky charm for them.The film also includes Sanjay Kapoor in an important role and has been directed by Abhishek Sharma.
Rana’s apology and Sonam’s response highlight the power of words and the potential for misunderstandings, especially in the context of public figures.The incident also underscores the importance of clear communication and the impact it can have on perceptions in the age of social media.
