Sonu Sood recently broke his silence on his ongoing feud with Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, addressing the reasons behind their fallout, which has been a topic of discussion in the film industry for over five years. The tension between the two actors reportedly began during the production of Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi in 2019, when Sonu exited the film after Kangana took over as the film’s director.
The Catalyst for the Fallout
The situation escalated when Kangana criticized Sonu for a comment he made about food vendors spitting in customers’ food, comparing it to a Ramayana episode involving Shabri. This remark sparked a verbal spat between the two, which led to their estrangement. However, Sonu Sood recently explained his perspective in an interview with Shubhankar Mishra, shedding light on their falling out.
Sonu Sood’s Response to the Fallout
During the conversation, Sonu clarified that he left Manikarnika not because of Kangana’s directorial role, as was suggested by her, but due to changes in his role in the film. He also shared that despite their fallout, he remains close to Kangana’s family, including her mother, father, and sister, who still meet him warmly. Sonu emphasized that he never speaks ill of anyone he once had a close bond with, explaining his decision to keep silent rather than engage in any negativity.
He further added:
“I left Manikarnika also because Kangana is my friend. We are not on talking terms right now, but I have been very close with her family – her mother, father, and sister meet me very lovingly. I have a rule in life that if I have ever been close to someone or friends with them, more or less, if I have a problem, I will never speak against them.”
Sonu Sood’s Perspective on Kangana
While Sonu admitted to feeling upset at some of Kangana’s actions, he dismissed any malicious intent, stating that it was her foolishness rather than any inherent malice. He expressed that sometimes people, including himself, make statements or actions out of naivety.
“It’s her foolishness, she is not a bad person. But sometimes, when you write or say things, you don’t actually think it through. I might have also gone through this and done things out of being naive. However, there is no regret. It’s her own thinking, I prefer not to pay heed by answering.”
Have They Spoken Since the Fallout?
When asked whether they had spoken to each other after the fallout, Sonu confirmed that they had not. Even though they share a common friend, Ajay, who has tried to bring them together on multiple occasions, Sonu expressed that he was willing to let Kangana remain in her space and focus on their individual paths.
Can the Rift Be Mended?
Given the history of controversies surrounding Kangana and her relationships with other industry personalities, fans wonder if the rift between her and Sonu Sood will ever be repaired. While both actors remain busy with their respective projects, it seems that they have both moved on from their differences.
Sonu Sood, after a brief hiatus from films, is gearing up for the release of his upcoming action-drama Fateh, which is set to premiere on January 10, 2025. Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut is promoting her political drama Emergency, which is slated for release on January 17, 2025.
Conclusion
Despite the tension between Sonu Sood and Kangana Ranaut, it is clear that both actors hold no ill will towards each other. Their response to the fallout reflects a level of maturity, as they focus on their careers and personal growth, leaving behind the negativity that once tainted their bond.