India, April 21 -- Actor Prakash Raj has found himself at the centre of a fresh controversy after a complaint was lodged against him over his comments referencing the Ramayana. The issue has escalated into a political and legal row, with allegations that his remarks have hurt religious sentiments. (Also read: Prakash Raj tells Pawan Kalyan to 'stop lying' about Opposition blocking Women's Reservation Bill: 'Just to please Modi' )

The complaint was filed by Bhanu Prakash, a BJP leader from Andhra Pradesh and member associated with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams board. He has accused the actor of making defamatory and offensive statements that, according to him, have hurt the sentiments of the Hindu community.

In his petition to autho...