28th March 2023, Mumbai: According to a police official on Monday, a right-wing group in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, has filed a complaint against actor Tapsee Pannu for purportedly hurting the sentiments of Hindus during a fashion show in Mumbai.
Inspector Kapil Sharma informed reporters that the complaint against Tapsee Pannu was filed by Eklavya Singh Gaur, a member of the Hind Rakshak organization. The complaint alleged that Pannu wore a revealing outfit and a necklace featuring an image of Goddess Laxmi.
The police have not registered a First Information Report (FIR) yet, but they have initiated an investigation into the allegations, as per Inspector Kapil Sharma’s statement.
The costume designed by Monisha Jaising, a renowned fashion designer, for Taapsee Pannu’s Lakme Fashion Week 2023 appearance has been the talk of the town. Taapsee looked stunning as she walked the ramp in a sparkling crimson gown adorned with sequins. To complement the gown, she accessorised with a sizable golden necklace, adding to her overall appearance.
Following her appearance on the runway, Taapsee faced backlash on social media, with numerous users expressing their disapproval. Many individuals believed that the actress should not have paired the gold necklace, which had an intricate engraving of Goddess Lakshmi, with a revealing dress. Some people accused Taapsee of being “insensitive” for donning a religious symbol in such a context, and several individuals resorted to moral policing.