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Kriti Sanon's Choli Sparks National Debate
24 Oct
Summary
- Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan ad sparked online criticism.
- She felt the issue highlighted women being under scrutiny.
- Sanon stated women want to stop being judged by clothing.
Actress Kriti Sanon has spoken out about the intense online criticism she faced recently for her outfit in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement. The ad, which featured Sanon in an Indo-Western ensemble, triggered a significant backlash on social media with many labeling her attire as 'revealing'. The brand responsible for the advertisement eventually decided to withdraw it.
During a recent interview, Sanon shared her astonishment at how her choli became a subject of national discussion, even appearing in prime-time news panel discussions. She felt the controversy was not solely about her but represented a larger societal issue where women are excessively scrutinized and targeted for superficial reasons.
Sanon also highlighted the hypocrisy of some critics who, while discussing culture and respect, resorted to abusive language towards her family on social media. She emphasized the importance of women standing up for themselves and questioned the right of others to dictate their choices. Ultimately, Sanon concluded that women want to be free from judgment and for people to respect their privacy.
