AR Rahman defends Will Smith on The Kapil Sharma Show after slapgate incident

Will Smith is one of the famous actors in the Hollywood film industry and has a massive fan following across the globe. The American actor, rapper, and producer received various honours including the likes of Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, four Grammy Awards, and nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and a Tony Award respectively.

He has accomplished and held several US and international box office records. As of 2021, his films grossed over $9.3 billion worldwide. Thus, making him one of the richest stars in Hollywood.

Not long ago, Hollywood star Will Smith made the global headlines after he walked up to the stage and slapped comic artist Chris Rock over his hilarious remark on Will’s wife Jada Pinkett Smith. Meanwhile, renowned singer-composer AR Rahman has responded to the incident.

AR Rahman defends Will Smith on The Kapil Sharma Show after slapgate incident

AR Rahman recently turned up on The Kapil Sharma Show as he joined Heropanti 2 cast to promote the film. He went on to defend Will Smith. He said, “Sometimes such things happen.”

Meanwhile, A social media user responded to AR Rahman’s opinion on Will Smith, “Great point! But you will be downvoted to the moon.” On the other hand, several others took Rahman’s side, claiming that he had the right to express his views.

“A man can have an opinion! Everyone who sides with will smith are not psychopaths or abusers! We should have the patience to listen to both sides without judgements…which is what is lacking in today’s ‘woke’ world. If you have an unpopular opinion you are crucified for it.” Another commented, “Fair enough. He is entitled to his opinion.”