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Bollywood actress and Arsenal superfan, as well as ambassador Esha Gupta, stoked controversy on social media after she shared a WhatsApp chat containing racist comments directed at Nigerian footballer Alex Iwobi who plays as a forward for Arsenal FC. The Total Dhamaal actress posted a screenshot in which her friend called Alex Iwobi a ‘gorilla’ and said that "evolution stopped for him". Esha Gupta Labelled ‘Racist’ After She Laughs on Comments Comparing Nigerian Footballer Alex Iwobi to Gorilla!
Arsenal lost 1-3 to Manchester United in the fourth round of FA Cup. The match took place on January 26. Esha who claims to be a huge fan of the Gunners was upset with the defeat. Obviously. But she did something no fan or a person would do to feel better – engage in racial abuse to feel better. The Delhi model shared a chat she had with a friend after Man United vs Arsenal game. In the conversation, Esha's friend called Iwobi a "gorilla" and said that "evolution stopped for him". He even said that the footballer did not change from "neanderthal to man". To that, Esha laughed and replied: "Haha... I don't know why they don't bench him more." Esha Gupta Apologises For Laughing on Racist 'Gorilla' Comment on Arsenal Footballer Alex Iwobi.
While Esha coolly shared this racist chat on a public platform, netizens were in no mood to tolerate racism. They slammed the actress and called out her racist behaviour. Seeing such a massive uproar online, Esha posted several tweets seeking an apology. But people are not buying it. In fact, they found Esha Gupta’s apology ‘insincere.’ And they are not entirely wrong. Here’s why.
The Controversial WhatsApp Chat Between Esha Gupta and Her Friend
Firstly, the actress is saying sorry to the people who “thought it was racist.” Yes, she did/does not feel there is anything racist about the chat. Secondly, she is actually defending the conversation that fuelled racism. Esha writes, “It was us discussing our frustration during the game.sorry as I din realise it directed towards racism.laughed over the spur of the moment, which was the games result guys [sic].” Thirdly, Esha Gupta is playing victim to get out of the controversy. In the same tweet, she is talking about how she has been a victim of racism herself. And lastly, there is still no apology to the player, Alex Iwobi who is racially abused by her.
Esha Gupta's Apology Tweet 1
Guys m sorry you thought it was racist. Was bad on my part, being a sports lover. Wallah never meant it. Sorry guys forgive the stupidity 🙏🏽 #gooner4life
— Esha Gupta (@eshagupta2811) January 27, 2019
Esha Gupta's Apology Tweet 2
Well it was my fault. So gotta own up to my shit.. sorry 😐 https://t.co/0TCXxOi1Tp
— Esha Gupta (@eshagupta2811) January 27, 2019
Esha Gupta's Apology Tweet 3
It was us discussing our frustration during the game.sorry as I din realise it directed towards racism.laughed over the spur of the moment, which was the games result guys.been victim of racism myself before. But this is not something m proud of. It was a fault,sorry guys
— Esha Gupta (@eshagupta2811) January 27, 2019
Angry fans have lambasted Esha Gupta's problematic racist act and are asking Arsenal to sack her from the position of the football club's brand ambassador. Gunners FC, who take pride in taking a strong stand against racism, are requested by thousands online to sack Esha Gupta from representing the club in future. Check out the tweets slamming Esha Gupta over racial abuse of Arsenal footballer Alex Iwobi!
When a Manchester United Fan Comes Out to Defend an Arsenal Player, You Know Esha Has Really Crossed The Line
Dear @Arsenal I as an Indian am ashamed with Esha Gupta's sick mindset and would like to apologize. I am a @ManUtd supporter and always engage in friendly banter with my Gooner mates. But this is unacceptable in football. Hope you ban her for life! https://t.co/Hz6iSDqXjG
— Kunal 🇮🇳 (@RunMUFC) January 27, 2019
Esha Gupta Abuses Her 'Favourite Player' Racially, You Will Not Want To Imagine How The Actress Would Talk About Players From Opponent Sides
she said that about her favourite team's player. i wonder what she used to said opposite team's black players.
— Md Ashraful Islam (@MdAshraf150847) January 28, 2019
Playing Victim Card To Get Out of The Murky Situation
So after Esha Gupta’s racist rant about Alexandre Iwobi of @arsenal, her apology consisted “thought it was racist” while it clearly was, and to chicken out of the situation she started victimising herself by saying she suffered from racism,
— Sanket T. Marwah (@sanket_marwah75) January 28, 2019
Esha Gupta Must Be Booted Out From The Position of Arsenal Ambassador
She needs to be booted from the ambassador position immediately!!!!
— MrsVaughn (@jadedjanedoe) January 28, 2019
@Arsenal the balls in your court ! If u know what I mean.
Is this the face of arsenal. Get shot of this person. It's embarrassing if you don't
— Charlene (@CK1london) January 28, 2019
No two ways about, she has to be gone without any delay or everything that the club says about non discrimination and inclusiveness isn't worth the paper it's written on. No excuses the club has got fire her.
— Pureforms (@pureforms) January 29, 2019
Esha Has Shamed Entire India With Her Racist Remark
There seems to be a problem in some parts of society in India with race, especially targeted towards darker skin. Not just against black people but against darker skinned Indians. It is quite sad to see. Why is she still in the job?
— DamiantheThird (@damianthethird) January 29, 2019
Light skin is preferred over dark skin in India. I believe this is the product of colonialism & slavery. Divide & conquer
— Smail Ferroudj (@smail_coach) January 28, 2019
People are surprised an Indian was racist toward a black football player.there are 2 years things Indians do so well: racism and rape.
— Yawovi (@YIhougan) January 28, 2019
People Are in Shock Over Esha Gupta's Irresponsible Behaviour
— Invisible Man (@philip419) January 28, 2019
She is Seeking Apology If People 'Thought it Was Racist' -- It Is RACIST
— luther (@JamaL_uk) January 28, 2019
Esha Gupta, You Owe An Apology to Alex Iwobi
Apologise to @alexiwobi and Resign please. A better way to leave than to be kicked out.
— P̴̰̤̽r̵̫̿̈ã̸̡͚͕v̵̛̲̪̈̇̏͑̋ḯ̷̪̩ṅ̵̯̪̠͚̦̭͍͖̬̘́͌ (@pravin_vaz) January 28, 2019
Esha Gupta's Claim to Arsenal Superfan Moments Captured on Instagram
From watching Arsenal matches at Emirates Stadium (Gunners home ground) to being match ready by sporting the club's jersey, Esha Gupta never failed to show her love for the Premier League Club on several ocassions.
Esha Writes, "Really need the 🤞🏾 but either ways we love you gunners, with love, gooners"
View this post on Instagram
Really need the 🤞🏾 but either ways we love you gunners, with love, gooners @arsenal @unaiemery_
Another Pic of Esha Gupta in Arsenal Jersey, This Time on a Match Day
When Esha Gupta Unveiled Away Kit of Arsenal FC
One More Picture of Esha Gupta in Away Jersey
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All Hearts For Arsenal FC
Esha may try to cover the racial abuse of Alex Iwobi under the guise of 'spur of the moment' but she will not be successful. It would have been better had the actress sought a heartfelt apology from the footballer than slyly defend or take out the victim card to deviate attention from her misdoing. One will have to wait and watch whether Arsenal fires Esha or not. So far, there's no official word from either the English club or the footballer.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 29, 2019 05:35 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
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