Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has stirred controversy with her remarks on the tragic suicide case of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who left a 24-page note accusing his wife and in-laws of harassment. Reacting to the death, the actress said that men are at fault in 99 per cent marriage cases. Her controversial comment has sparked a debate on social media.
Speaking to PTI, Kangana said, "The entire country is in shock. His video is heartbreaking… Fake feminism is condemnable. Extortion of crores of rupees was being done. Having said that, in 99 per cent of marriage cases, it’s the men who are at fault. That’s why such mistakes also happen."
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Following her controversial comment, netizens criticised her, calling the comment insensitive. A user said, "Worst person to take feedback, she herself is a tormentor.. 99.99% of her cases are her faults."
Another user wrote, "Shame on you."
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Atul Subhash's heartbreaking video
Subhash ended his life by hanging himself from the ceiling at his residence in Bengaluru on Monday. The police revealed that Atul, who worked in a private firm, left behind a 24-page death note accusing his wife and her relatives of harassment.
In a heart-wrenching four-minute video, recorded before his death, Atul detailed the mental torture he endured and demanded justice for himself and his family. One of his last wishes was that his ashes should not be dumped until his harassers were punished. He also said that if that doesn't happen then his ashes should be dumped in a gutter outside the court for his soul to understand the cost of justice in this country.
Meanwhile, Subhash's death led to the filing of an FIR against his wife, Nikita Singhania, her mother, brother and uncle, on charges of harassment, extortion, and corruption. The FIR, lodged by Subhash's brother Bikas Kumar at Marathahalli police station in Bengaluru, includes allegations under sections 108 (abetment of suicide) and 3(5) (joint criminal liability) of the BNS Act.
The complaint revealed that Subhash married Nikita in 2019, and the couple had a son. However, their relationship soured, leading to a divorce. The family of Nikita allegedly demanded Rs 3 crore for a settlement and Rs 30 lakh to allow Subhash visitation rights to his son. Subhash reportedly faced persistent mental and physical harassment, driving him to take his life.
