Veteran actor Suniel Shetty has largely stayed away from making controversial statements. However, the actor found himself at the centre of online criticism for his comments on her daughter Athiya Shetty’s birthing choice. Now he has finally reacted to the online backlash.
Athiya Shetty welcomed her first child, a baby girl named Evaarah, with her husband KL Rahul in March 2025. However, months after the arrival of their daughter, a comment made by the senior star regarding Athiya’s birthing choices sparked a backlash from a section of fans.
Suniel Shetty reacts to online criticism
During a conversation with MoneyControl, Suniel Shetty addressed the backlash he received over his remarks on Athiya Shetty’s natural delivery. In a conversation with a publication, the Hera Pheri actor explained that his words were taken out of context and blown out of proportion.
He questioned the criticism, asking, “Just tell me, if someone goes through surgery, wouldn’t I know the outcome?” He further explained that in his earlier interview, he had spoken about the importance of a young father or man-to-be witnessing his wife’s delivery.
Clarifying his intentions, Shetty said he wanted to emphasize the immense sacrifice women make during childbirth and how that elevates them. “That’s why Maa ko Devi ka darja diya jata hai (That’s why mothers are considered goddess)— that’s all I had said,” he noted.
Although the Bollywood veteran believes his statement was misunderstood, he didn’t hesitate to extend an apology to those who were offended. “So, to all individuals who were offended, even if I did not make the mistake, I will sincerely apologize to all the ladies out there because I honestly appreciate and revere them,” said the Border actor.
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