A genuine slip here: 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan' actor Ayushmann Khurrana apologises for saying same-sex marriages are legalised in our country

By Gurpreet Kaur

on January 30, 2020

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who will be seen in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan focussing on same-sex relationships, in a recent media interaction, said that he felt like a proud Indian when Article 377 was struck down by the Supreme Court of India. "I'm grateful that our nation has also evolved with time and striking down of Article 377 was a historic step towards fostering inclusivity. I was proud of my country when the judgement was passed," he had said. However, what he said next was completely wrong. He said, "We are really proud that we are supporting the community. Our country is very progressive that it legalized same-sex marriages."

For the unversed, in 2018, the Supreme court had only decriminalised homosexuality in India. This did not, however, legalize same-sex marriages as Ayushmann mentioned. Soon after he realised, he apologised on Twitter and wrote, "A genuine slip here though I really wish same-sex marriages get legal in India"

A genuine slip here though I really wish same-sex marriages get legal in Indiahttps://t.co/4NmPGMedx5

— Ayushmann Zyada Khurrana (@ayushmannk) January 28, 2020

Meanwhile, the star claimed that he decided to do the film as his bit for the cause of LGBTQ community in India and because such films foster the spirit of inclusivity and individuality in society at large. "I had to back this important project and do my bit to raise more awareness around this sensitive issue. It is an honour that Anand L. Rai sir felt that through Hitesh Kewalya's vision, I could be entrusted to play this important role on screen and take a very important message to as many families and parents in India," he said.

Being dubbed as a family entertainer, the film will explore emotions attached to love, relationships, and homosexuality. The film also stars Neena Gupta, Gajraj Rao, Jeetendra Kumar and Maanvi Gagroo in pivotal roles. It is jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and Aanand L. Rai's Colour Yellow Production. Directed by Hitesh Kewalya, the film will release on February 21.

(Source: Twitter/with inputs from IANS)