New Delhi: Karnataka police have issued a notice to Kannada actor Chetan Ahimsa for his remark on 'Bhoota kola' ritual, which as per complainants allegedly hurt Hindu sentiments.
He is expected to appear before Sheshadripuram police in Bengaluru on Sunday.
Chetan had said that the 'Bhoota kola' ritual, which is shown in superhit 'Kantara' movie is not part of Hinduism.
Chetan has stated that Bhoota Kola is a ritual practiced by natives of the land and existed even before the Hindu religion came into existence in India.
The police have received many complaints against Chetan Ahimsa for his remarks on the Bhota kola ritual.
The complainants alleged that Chetan has insulted Hindu religion and his statements are allegedly intended to create rift between different castes.
Chetan had condemned Rishab Shetty, the director and actor of movie 'Kantara' for claiming that 'Bhoota kola' on which the movie is based is a ritual practiced by Hindus.
Kumar also held a press conference on Wednesday and, Chetan Kumar said that Bhootha Kola was part of the Adivasi tradition and it's not related to Brahmanism.
“Do not put Adivasi culture in the column of Hindu religion," he said in the press conference.
Reacting to the statements of Chetan Ahimsa, Rishab Shetty had stated that people will answer him.
Hindu organisations have objected to the remarks made by Chetan Ahimsa.
Complaints have been lodged at various places and police have taken up the investigation.
Bhoota Kola is a ritual during which people worship spirits which in turn advices them on array of issues.
The movie throws light into the practice in coastal regions of Dakshin Kannada. The practice, Bhootha Kola is a form of animist worship and they worship them through Bhootha Kola.
Meanwhile, after Kantara's box office success the government has announced a monthly allowance of Rs 2000 to Daiva Narthkas above 60 years of age. The movie has globally bagged Rs 171 crore.