Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor has landed in controversy after photographs of her wearing a necklace engraved with a Quranic verse sparked objections and legal action.
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has become the center of a new controversy in India after a necklace she wore during Diwali celebrations attracted criticism over religious sensitivities.
According to Indian media reports, the actress shared photographs on social media wearing a traditional outfit and an elegant emerald necklace. However, what caught attention was the engraving of Ayatul Kursi, a sacred verse from the Holy Quran, on the necklace.
The photographs sparked objections from some individuals who questioned the use of a religious verse as part of a fashion accessory.
Following the controversy, Abbas Hafeez, a spokesperson for the Congress party in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, reportedly sent a legal notice to Kareena Kapoor and her stylist, Rhea Kapoor.
In the notice, Hafeez argued that Quranic verses hold deep religious significance for Muslims and that using them as fashion accessories could hurt religious sentiments.
He raised concerns about displaying Ayatul Kursi on jewelry worn during a festive celebration, describing the matter as one involving religious respect and sensitivity.
The legal notice reportedly warned that if the demands mentioned in it were not fulfilled, the matter could be taken to the police or a court for further action.
The incident has drawn attention to the use of religious symbols and sacred texts in fashion, raising questions about cultural awareness and respect for religious beliefs.
As of the reported developments, no official response from Kareena Kapoor or her stylist regarding the legal notice had been confirmed.
It is important to note that receiving a legal notice does not mean that the actress has been found guilty of any offense. The notice represents a legal objection, and any further action would depend on subsequent developments.
The controversy has once again placed the Bollywood actress in the spotlight, this time over a piece of jewelry rather than her films or performances.