BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) MP and actor Kangana Ranaut took to Instagram on Wednesday to defend her earlier “generation gutter” remarks about a section of protesters, following widespread criticism of her comments. Kangana Ranaut defends “generation gutter” remarks in new Instagram video amid backlashRanaut said she had objected to protesters displaying behaviour she called unethical in public spaces, in front of children, elders and women, and accused the media of backing conduct that she believed should not be normalised. She said, “We do not want our children to be sexualized prematurely by their unethical actions. Referring to Guru Purnima, Ranaut urged people to follow the teachings of their mentors and strive for self-improvement. Ranaut’s remarks come amid an ongoing exchange with a CJP spokesperson over the nationwide protests linked to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.