Sanjay Dutt recently opened up about his feelings regarding the current state of the nation during a candid appearance on Shekhar Suman’s talk show, Shekhar Tonite. Marking the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the actor shared his heartfelt observations about the country, admitting that he no longer feels the same sense of peace that he once did. While he was quick to shower praise on the hospitality and large-hearted nature of Indians, he expressed a sincere wish for the country to return to a more tranquil time, noting that he prays to Lord Shiva for those days to come back soon.
Keeping the mood light despite the heavy topic, Dutt channeled his iconic Munna Bhai persona to offer a unique take on leadership. In a moment of political satire, he imagined himself as the Prime Minister for five minutes, delivering a speech that referenced Mahatma Gandhi’s famous three monkeys. With his signature wit, the actor suggested that the world now needs a fourth monkey. He argued that if everyone simply ignores evil, there is no one left to fix the problems, questioning who would step up to correct wrongdoing if people refuse to witness it.
The clip from the episode, which was shared on social media by host Shekhar Suman, has been making waves for its mix of humor and social commentary. Shekhar Tonite has been gaining traction since its premiere in May for its unscripted, candid conversations that blend emotion with satire. For those keeping track of the actor’s professional life, Dutt has been busy diversifying his portfolio; he recently made his debut in the Saudi Arabian film industry with a cameo in the movie 7 Dogs alongside Salman Khan. Back home in Bollywood, he was last seen in Aakhiri Sawal, which hit theaters this past May and featured an ensemble cast including Namashi Chakraborty, Amit Sadh, and Sameera Reddy.