Playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya sparked controversy by comparing R.D. Burman to Mahatma Gandhi, stating that Gandhi was the “Father of the Nation for Pakistan.” His comments have drawn mixed reactions on social media, with some supporting and others criticizing his remarks. Bhattacharya’s extensive career in Bollywood, beginning under R.D. Burman’s tutelage, is also noted. The incident has fueled debate around freedom of speech and respect for historical figures.