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Kangana Ranaut Criticizes Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan Ad

Kangana Ranaut takes a dig at Kriti Sanon's ad, calls it 'intentionally creepy'.

Mumbai Alert · Showbiz Desk
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Showbiz Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 24 August 2026 at 09:41 pm
Kangana Ranaut Criticizes Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan Ad

Kangana Ranaut has criticized Kriti Sanon's recent Raksha Bandhan advertisement, questioning her choice of outfit.

The advertisement, titled 'Furever Sibling', features Kriti celebrating Raksha Bandhan with her brother and pet dog. However, some social media users felt that Kriti's outfit was too revealing for the occasion.

Kangana shared her reaction on her Instagram Story, highlighting the wide range of fashion choices available to women today. She then questioned why Kriti chose to wear a bikini-style outfit while tying a Rakhi to her brother.

Kriti's outfit, an off-white bralette-style blouse with a cape and draped skirt, has traditional elements but was deemed too revealing by some. Kangana called the advertisement 'intentionally creepy' and asked why Kriti didn't opt for a more traditional or modest outfit.

The advertisement was created to promote GIVA's pet collection and aims to give the traditional festival a modern, pet-friendly spin.

Kangana's comments have sparked a debate about the appropriateness of Kriti's outfit in the advertisement. While some have defended Kriti's choice, others have agreed with Kangana that the outfit was not suitable for the occasion.

The controversy surrounding Kriti's outfit has highlighted the challenges of balancing traditional values with modern fashion choices.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of celebrities using their platforms to promote social and cultural causes. However, this incident has shown that even well-intentioned efforts can be misinterpreted or criticized.

The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about the role of celebrities in shaping cultural norms and values.

Ultimately, the controversy surrounding Kriti's outfit has underscored the importance of being mindful of cultural sensitivities and traditional values, even in the context of modern and progressive advertising campaigns.

Frequently asked questions

What was Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan advertisement about?

Kriti Sanon's advertisement, titled 'Furever Sibling', aimed to give the traditional festival a modern, pet-friendly spin by featuring her celebrating Raksha Bandhan with her brother and pet dog.

Why did Kangana Ranaut criticize Kriti Sanon's outfit?

Kangana Ranaut criticized Kriti Sanon's outfit, calling it 'intentionally creepy', because she felt it was too revealing for the occasion and didn't match the traditional values of the festival.

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