GIVA pulls Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan ad after backlash
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- The jewellery brand GIVA removed a Raksha Bandhan advertisement featuring actress Kriti Sanon following online criticism over her outfit, which included a bralette-style blouse, cape and draped skirt.
- The ad was taken down a day after Sanon defended the campaign, and the brand said it was respecting cultural sentiments.
- The incident sparked debate on social media about appropriateness of the attire for the festival.
“can’t tie Rakhi in bikini”
Covered by 10 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 50% center, 50% right.
How each side framed it
Kriti Sanon’s rakhi ad pulled down by brand amid controversy
Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan ad removed after Kangana Ranaut says ‘can’t tie Rakhi in bikini’; brand cites respect for culture
Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan Ad Pulled Down Amid Backlash
Left-leaning outlets have under-covered this story. Of 10 outlets, only 2 are on the left of the spectrum.
Timeline
First reported by Times Now on ; 10 articles from 7 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (2): Indian Express, The New Indian Express
- Center (2): Tribune India, Bollywood Hungama
- Right-leaning (3): Times Now, Sunday Guardian, India Today
Sources
- Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan Ad Pulled Down Amid Backlash — Times Now (right-leaning) ·
- Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan ad removed after Kangana Ranaut says ‘can’t tie Rakhi in bikini’; brand cites respect for culture — Tribune India (center) ·
- Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan Ad Removed After Actress Defended Outfit, Brand Says ‘Deep Respect For Indian Culture’ — Sunday Guardian (right-leaning) ·
- Kriti Sanon’s rakhi ad pulled down by brand amid controversy — Indian Express (left-leaning) ·
- Kriti Sanon’s Rakhi ad pulled by GIVA after Kangana’s ‘bikini’ remark — The New Indian Express (left-leaning) ·
- Giva Withdraws Controversial Rakhi Ad | Row Over Outfit & Pet Rakhi | Kangana Vs Rahul — India Today (right-leaning) ·
- Kriti Sanon GIVA Ad controversy: Nupur Sanon defends sister over ongoing criticism of the festive campaign — Bollywood Hungama (center) ·
- GIVA pulls down Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan ad after backlash; jewellery brand issues apology — Bollywood Hungama (center) ·
- FACT CHECK: Has Kriti Sanon Made Her Instagram Account Private Amid GIVA Rakhi Ad Controversy? Here’s The Truth Behind Viral Claim — Sunday Guardian (right-leaning) ·
- Sonu Nigam CLARIFIES Viral Statement On Kriti Sanon's Rakhi Ad Controversy: This Is Not Me — Times Now (right-leaning) ·