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Who was the man that helped Shah Rukh Khan settle the '1 rupee defamation case' with Manoj Kumar

Manoj Kumar once had a fallout with Shah Rukh Khan over a spoof in Om Shanti Om. Discover rare moments and how Bollywood legends handled the matter with grace and mutual respect.

Muskan Verma | Apr 13, 2025, 12:23 PM IST

1.Om Shanti Om’s controversial scene

Om Shanti Om’s controversial scene
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A scene in Om Shanti Om made fun of Manoj Kumar’s famous hand-over-face pose. It was meant as a joke but upset the actor, leading to a public controversy.

 

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2.Shah Rukh Khan’s apology and Farah Khan’s clarification

Shah Rukh Khan’s apology and Farah Khan’s clarification
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Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan quickly addressed the issue and both acknowledged Manoj Kumar's contribution to Indian cinema and clarified there was no intention to mock. SRK even offered a personal apology and showed a willingness to edit the scene.

 

3.The peacemaker behind the controversy

The peacemaker behind the controversy
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Late veteran filmmaker Yash Chopra helped settle the issue by personally speaking to Manoj Kumar. Known for his calm and wise approach, he made sure everything ended on a peaceful note between the stars.

 

4.Just one rupee as damages

Just one rupee as damages
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Manoj Kumar showed great kindness by asking for just one rupee as a symbolic apology. His brother Manish Goswami shared this, and it won him respect across the film industry.

 

5.Respect and peace

Respect and peace
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The incident showed how much Bollywood respects its legends. What could have become a big issue ended peacefully, thanks to mutual respect and timely action.

 

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