A new viral interview with astrologer Sushil Kumar Singh on Siddharth Kannan’s show has caused widespread controversy, and the astrologer made some shocking predictions regarding Bollywood stars. Some of the most astonishing were his predictions of the death of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, and the coming divorce of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor within 18 months. These predictions have stirred controversy on social media, with both fans and professionals in the industry criticizing them.
Suchitra Krishnamurthy Slams Astrologer’s Predictions
Suchitra Krishnamurthy, who played alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, has been one of the harshest critics of these predictions. Venting to Twitter on March 7, she vented her anger, tweeting, “All these so-called predictors on social media are saying bad luck for celebs. They must be punished for inciting fear. This is so frightening and chat show hosts must be prevented from making money for their own gain from this fake rubbish.”
She added in a later post that astrologers were providing “wrong and rubbish information about celebs,” criticizing the host and the astrologer for spreading negativity and fear. Krishnamurthy also appealed to chat show hosts to behave more responsibly, as such kinds of predictions may create unnecessary hatred and anxiety.
Controversial Predictions About Shah Rukh, Salman, and Others
In the viral interview, astrologer Sushil Kumar Singh made shocking assertions, stating that Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan would both die in the same year at the age of 67, with Salman shortly thereafter developing an unnamed “serious disease.” He also forecasted that Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor’s marriage would soon come to an end.
These predictions have evoked much criticism, with many opposing the ethics of issuing such declarations regarding individuals’ lives. Suchitra Krishnamurthy also brought to the forefront an incident where her own horoscope had been wrongly interpreted by the astrologer, further criticizing the inaccuracies present in such forecasts.
A Call for Responsibility in Media
Krishnamurthy’s bold criticism is a reflection of the concern that is being generated regarding the role played by media and social media in disseminating such prophecies. Most believe these sensational utterances are only to instill fear and negativity, particularly when uttered about public persons whose lives are already subject to great scrutiny.
