Bollywood actress and Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan has once again stirred controversy with her remarks on the Maha Kumbh Mela. She claimed that the Sangam’s water is polluted, further alleging that bodies of stampede victims were dumped into the river, making it even more contaminated. Her statement triggered massive outrage, leading to heated discussions on social media.
Confusion Over Sonu Nigam’s Comment
A major misunderstanding erupted online when a criminal lawyer from Bihar, Sonu Nigam Singh, commented on Jaya Bachchan’s statement. Due to similarity in names, many netizens assumed that the comment was made by renowned Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam.
To clarify, Sonu Nigam (the singer) had publicly confirmed in June last year that he is not active on Twitter (now X) and had left the platform seven years ago. However, this did not stop the confusion, and his name began trending alongside the controversy.
What Did Sonu Nigam Singh Say?
Sonu Nigam Singh, a criminal lawyer based in Bihar, shared Jaya Bachchan’s video on his X (Twitter) account and made a sharp remark:
“Jaya Bachchan ji has lost her mental balance. Amitabh ji, get her checked by a good doctor.”
Following this, many users started targeting Jaya Bachchan, reacting strongly to her comments about the Maha Kumbh Mela and the purity of the Sangam waters.
Social Media Reactions
Jaya Bachchan’s controversial statement quickly became a hot topic online. Many users took to social media to express their anger. One user commented:
“This woman named Jaya Bhaduri Bachchan has become mentally unbalanced. There are many problems in her family, which have disturbed her mental balance. That’s why she keeps making absurd statements. Due to her behavior, her daughter-in-law Aishwarya is living separately with her daughter.”
A Wave of Backlash
Jaya Bachchan has often been known for her strong opinions, but her remarks on the Maha Kumbh Mela have particularly angered religious and cultural communities. Many are demanding an apology, while others are calling for legal action against her for making insensitive and misleading claims.
As the controversy escalates, it remains to be seen whether Jaya Bachchan will respond or clarify her statement. Meanwhile, singer Sonu Nigam continues to remain uninvolved, despite the mistaken identity mix-up dragging his name into the debate.