Prakash Raj faces complaints over 'Ramayana' remarks at Kerala festival
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Actor Prakash Raj is under fire after his take on the Ramayana at the Kerala Literature Festival sparked controversy.
Bharatiya Janata Party leader Bhanu Prakash filed a complaint accusing Raj of defaming the epic and hurting Hindu sentiments.
The remarks were inspired by a children's theater performance and date back to January.
Amita Sachdeva alleges deliberately malicious acts
Along with Bhanu Prakash, advocate Amita Sachdeva also filed a complaint, alleging Raj spoke with "deliberately malicious acts" to outrage religious feelings.
Both filed complaints against Raj.
The case has triggered debate about freedom of expression versus respect for religion.