‘Apology would set terrible precedent’: Kunal Kamra tells Maharashtra council panel
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Comedian Kunal Kamra on Thursday said that he could not tender an unconditional apology in breach of privilege proceedings before the Maharashtra Legislative Council, as it “would not be sincere” and would “set a terrible precedent” for other artists and their freedom of expression.
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The committee had told him that it would “look at the matter differently” if he were to apologise, The Hindu reported.
The comedian, along with Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sushma Andhare, is facing breach of privilege proceedings in connection with allegations that he made disparaging remarks about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in March 2025.
While Kamra was accused of mocking Shinde and insulting the Maharashtra legislature, Andhare was accused of expressing support for him. The breach of privilege notice was moved by Bharatiya Janata Party MLC Pravin Darekar.
Respected sir maybe there was a communication issue but the way I remmeber the last 3 questions of my cross examination this evening -
— Kunal Kamra (@kunalkamra88) April 9, 2026
Do you feel remorse - No
Are you sorry about what you said- No
If you tender an unconditional apology this matter will be looked at differently… https://t.co/mrXP94WcCd
The comedian appeared before the Privileges Committee of the Maharashtra Legislative Council at 5 pm on Thursday, where his statement was recorded for an hour, according to The Hindu.
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