Elvish Yadav in Hot Water Over Racist Remark
The incident has highlighted the need for greater awareness and sensitivity towards the feelings and dignity of others, particularly in the public eye. With many calling for Elvish Yadav to be held accountable for his actions, the case is likely to have far-reaching implications for the entertainment industry as a whole.
Elvish Yadav, a contestant on Bigg Boss 18, has been summoned by the National Commission for Women over a remark he made about fellow contestant Chum Darang, which was deemed "racist" and has sparked widespread outrage.
The controversy began when Elvish Yadav made derogatory comments about Chum Darang in a podcast with Rajat Dalal, allegedly saying that Chum's name is "vulgar" and that she has a "bad taste" for choosing projects. The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Women (APSCW) strongly criticized Elvish's comments and summoned him, stating that his words were not just an insult to Chum but also to women across Northeast India.
Elvish Yadav has since clarified that the conversation was scripted and that he was instructed to pass comments on Chum, but his apology has had little impact in quelling the controversy. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has written a letter to the channel and producers of Laughter Chef Season 2, requesting that Elvish Yadav be removed from the show due to his past controversies, including racial comments and allegations of promoting snake venom at rave parties.
Karan Veer Mehra, the winner of Bigg Boss 18, has also weighed in on the controversy, stating that Elvish's comments were "very bad" and "shouldn't have happened". The FWICE president, BN Tiwari, has expressed concern that Elvish Yadav's presence on the show may have a negative influence on the youth due to his past controversies.
As the controversy surrounding Elvish Yadav continues to rage on, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and what actions will be taken against him. One thing is certain, however: the incident has sparked a necessary conversation about racism and respect in the entertainment industry.
