Exclusive - Sudhanshu Pandey breaks silence on Harsh Gujral's below the belt comments linking him to Elnaaz Norouzi in 'The Traitors'
Anupamaa fame actor
Sudhanshu Pandey
finally addressed the uncomfortable comment made by comedian Harsh Gujral on the reality show The Traitors. Fans, who had been urging Sudhanshu to speak up, raised the topic during the live chat, asking how he felt about Harsh's loose statement suggesting Sudhanshu was 'going gaga over Elnaaz Norouzi' and that he "needed to be controlled.
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The remark, which many found cheap and disrespectful, did not sit well with audiences, especially those who have admired Sudhanshu Pandey's dignified and graceful conduct throughout the show.
Sudhanshu, known for his calm and composed personality, responded in a subtle but firm manner. He expressed genuine disappointment at Harsh Gujral's choice of words and how the incident personally affected him and his family.
While talking to Times of India TV, Sudhanshu said, "Humour should never come at the cost of someone's dignity. When I heard what Harsh Gujral said about me, I was sitting with my family, watching the show together.
It became an extremely awkward and uncomfortable moment for all of us, especially for my kids. Some things cannot be brushed off as a joke."
He further said, "Words carry weight, especially when said on public platforms. I genuinely believe people like Harsh Gujral, who come from the comedy space, should think very carefully before making such loose comments about anyone, let alone a senior actor. I have always chosen to play my game and live my life with dignity, grace, and respect, and I sincerely hope people realise that some lines should never be crossed in the name of humour - never!"
Throughout "The Traitors", Sudhanshu Pandey has won over fans for his powerful game play. Unlike others who get caught in controversies, he has kept his game clean, sharp, and respectful, staying away from dirty tactics and drama.
Fans continue to applaud Sudhanshu Pandey for handling this situation with maturity. His subtle strength, pure strategy, and classy approach have earned him respect on the show.
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