The title of new show Gurbani will be replaced, said an official statement from channel Colors. The decision comes after various Sikh organisations reportedly expressed concern over it.
“With utmost respect and humility, we request the complainants to view Gurbani as merely a name and in context of a fiction show that endeavors to bring a social issue to the fore. However, to respect the sentiments of the people, we have decided to change the name of the show. Our team will get in touch with the concerned people or organisations to seek some time to change the name and will try and implement it as soon as possible,” added the statement.
Organisations such as Shiromani Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) from Amritsar and Jathedar Akal Takhat Sahib are said to have raised concerns over the show’s title. The channel has clarified that Gurbani, which means compositions of Sikh gurus, is just the name of the lead protagonist.
“Colors has tremendous respect for all communities, including the Sikh community, and we would never do anything to disrespect the sentiments of any community,” read the statement.