A video of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son, Aryan Khan, making an alleged obscene gesture in a Bengaluru pub has ignited a fresh wave of controversy and legal action. The incident, which occurred on November 28, has drawn widespread public criticism and led to a formal police complaint against him.
The Viral Video and Immediate Backlash
The footage, which began circulating on social media shortly after the event, appears to show Aryan Khan raising his middle finger while at a pub in Bengaluru's Ashoknagar area. Reports indicate he was with acquaintances, including Zaid Khan and Mohammad Nalpad. The clip quickly went viral, prompting significant public backlash from those who deemed the act disrespectful and indecent, especially given the reported presence of families at the venue.
Legal Complaint Filed Under New Laws
In response to the uproar, a local lawyer has filed a formal complaint urging police to register an FIR (First Information Report). The complaint argues that the gesture falls under public indecency and insulting modesty, citing sections of the new legal framework. Authorities at the Ashoknagar Police Station have confirmed they are reviewing CCTV footage from the pub and collecting statements from staff as part of a preliminary investigation to determine the facts.
This legal scrutiny references specific statutes, with social media posts highlighting BNS Section 352 and 356, which pertain to acts of public insult, provocation, or obscene gestures as punishable offences. The outcome of the probe will decide if the incident leads to formal charges or is dismissed as a minor private misdemeanour.
Echoes of a Past Controversy
This episode brings back memories of a major legal hurdle in Aryan Khan's life. In 2021, he was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in a high-profile drug case following a raid on a cruise ship. Although he was later granted bail and was not convicted, the case remains a defining moment in his public narrative. The current pub incident has reignited public debate, with reactions sharply divided. Critics demand accountability for what they see as insensitive behavior, while supporters argue it is a fleeting moment, possibly misjudged, being blown out of proportion.
As the Bengaluru police continue their investigation, the incident underscores the heightened scrutiny on public figures and the application of newer public decency and order laws in India.
