Hank Azaria apologies to Indian fandom for stereotyping “Apu” in “The Simpsons”
Hank Azaria aka Apu is ashamed of the role he played in Simpson’s show last year.
The man who made us laugh with his witty and charismatic characters is bending knees for stereotyping a character! Hank Azaria, who played “Apu Nahasapeemapetilon” in the classic popular show “The Simpsons” is now apologizing to the viewers for his character portrayal.
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It was last year that Hank turned down his role steeping out of the show. Due to the amount of stereotypical condemn laid in front of him through the character of Apu. Recently, the man himself admitted and asked for forgiveness from his Indian viewers especially for the amount of bad image and reputation he showed for the nation through the character.
The actor was a guest in the podcast “Armchair Expert” hosted by Dax Shepard and Monica Padman where he got indulged in discussing the consequence of playing the role. Azaria stated “I really do apologize. It’s important. I apologize for my part in creating that and participating in that.” We forgive you, Hank!