Christopher Nolan’s much-awaited movie “Oppenheimer” has been released. The film delves into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the renowned physicist widely known as the father of the atomic bomb and his pivotal role in the groundbreaking “Manhattan Project.”
While many are familiar with Oppenheimer’s scientific achievements, few are aware of his profound connection to the ancient Hindu scripture, the Bhagavad Gita. Multiple reports suggest that Oppenheimer not only had a deep understanding of the core teachings of the Gita but also memorized its verses. It is said that he kept a copy of the sacred book on his work desk, often gifting English-translated versions to colleagues and friends. To delve deeper into his appreciation for the Gita, Oppenheimer even learned Sanskrit in 1933.
However, as fans flocked to movie theaters to watch “Oppenheimer,” they were left in shock after discovering that one of the verses from the Bhagavad Gita was used in an inappropriate manner. The scene, where Florence Pugh makes Cillian Murphy read from the Gita while having s*x, has sparked anger among users on Twitter. Many expressed their dissatisfaction with the Censor Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) for not cutting the scene, feeling that it disrespects their religious beliefs.
One Twitter user wrote, “Just imagine any other religious book in place of Gita, and you can imagine the outrage! Why is Hindu religion considered a soft target?”
Another user questioned, “Why is it so easy for them to disrespect our religion and get a free pass?”
Apart from Cillian Murphy, the “Oppenheimer” cast includes Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, and Robert Downey Jr. in pivotal roles.