Kareena Kapoor Khan chose not to comment on the controversy surrounding Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan advertisement and the trolling over her outfit. At the trailer launch of Daayra, Kareena was asked about the controversy and the way actresses are targeted on social media. She did not respond to the question herself and instead turned to director Meghna Gulzar, who was seated beside her, and asked her to answer.
At the trailer launch event of ‘Daayra’, the media asked a question about Kriti.
Pointed towards the director upon hearing the question At the event, a reporter asked Kareena Kapoor that there is a lot of trolling on social media regarding actresses’ clothes and their representation; in such a situation, as an actress, what should be their boundaries? As soon as she heard the full question, instead of answering herself, Kareena passed the mic to director Meghna Gulzar.
Kareena asked director Meghna Gulzar, who was sitting nearby, to answer this question.
After Kareena gestured, director Meghna Gulzar answered the question. Meghna said, “The look and clothes of any female or male artist in films or on screen depend on their character.
This is decided according to the director’s vision.” Meghna further added that in such matters, it is not right to question or put only one actor in the dock.
Know what the whole controversy is-
Kriti Sanon wore revealing clothes in the ad- This entire controversy started with a 36-second Rakshabandhan advertisement for the jewelry brand GIVA. In this ad related to Rakshabandhan, Kriti wore an off-white bralette-style blouse, a cape, and a draped skirt.
The controversy over this Rakshabandhan ad of Kriti continues.
Social media users criticise Kriti’s look
A section of social media users criticised Kriti Sanon’s look, arguing that the modern outfit did not suit a festival associated with family values and tradition. Some users questioned whether such an outfit was appropriate for Raksha Bandhan.
Kangana Ranaut questions Kriti’s outfit
Amid the online criticism, Kangana Ranaut also shared her views on social media without directly naming Kriti. She said that women today have a wide range of fashion choices, from cocktail dresses and lehengas to jeans, sarees, bikinis and salwar-kameez. She questioned why a woman would choose to tie a rakhi to her brother while wearing a bikini or revealing clothing when there are so many other styling options. Kangana further remarked that the advertisement appeared to have been deliberately made awkwardly.
Kangana targeted Kriti in her post without naming her.
Kriti Sanon responds to Kangana Ranaut
Amid the criticism that followed Kangana Ranaut’s remarks, Kriti Sanon issued a statement addressing the controversy. She said that festivals are not defined by the clothes a person wears but by the feelings and respect they hold for traditions and their meaning.
Kriti further explained that Raksha Bandhan celebrates the bond of protection. She said that she and her sister tie rakhis to each other because they believe they can protect one another just as much as any brother can.
She also questioned the practice of telling women what they should wear. Kriti said that while ethnic fashion has changed over the years, women are still often judged for their clothes and their respect for culture is linked to their appearance. She stressed that culture and traditions come from the heart, not from a person’s neckline.
Rahul Gandhi’s post in support of Kriti.
Rahul Gandhi defends Kriti Sanon
Amid the controversy, Rahul Gandhi re-shared Kriti Sanon’s post and said that a woman should have the freedom to decide what she wears, what she does and where she goes. He also said that women’s clothing and lifestyle should not be policed online. Rahul ended his post with the hashtag ‘Smash the Patriarchy’.
Brand pulls advertisement after backlash
As the controversy over Kriti’s outfit and the scene of her tying a rakhi to a pet dog grew on social media, the brand issued an official statement and apologised. It also removed the advertisement from all its social media platforms.
