Gandii Baat Controversy: Ekta Kapoor Faces Backlash as Season 6 Poster Mocking 'Goddess Lakshmi' Goes Viral
The controversy surrounding the poster has ignited a heated debate about artistic representation, cultural sensitivity, and the portrayal of religious symbols in the media.
OTT platforms are pushing boundaries with their bold storylines and tackling taboo subjects, and one such show, Gandii Baat, delves into the realm of eroticism in rural India. However, the series, available for streaming on ALT Balaji, is facing criticism due to its controversial poster. Twitter users have raised concerns about the thumbnail for the show's sixth season, which depicts a woman dressed in vibrant Indian attire striking a shush pose, with a lotus positioned near her waist and two peacocks on either side. Some netizens have pointed out the striking resemblance to Goddess Lakshmi, who is traditionally depicted seated on a lotus.┬аEktaa Kapoor Becomes Only Indian To Make In The 40 Most Influential Women in International Film.
The poster's resemblance to the revered deity has sparked a backlash, with a section of netizens accusing the show's creators of mocking and disrespecting Goddess Lakshmi through the imagery used. The controversy surrounding the poster has ignited a heated debate about artistic representation, cultural sensitivity, and the portrayal of religious symbols in the media.
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