Controversy erupted surrounding director Om Raut and actress Kriti Sanon during their visit to the Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirupati on June 7.
The controversy stemmed from a public display of affection between the two, specifically a goodbye kiss, which offended some individuals, including a BJP leader who questioned its necessity.
Although the tweet criticizing the act has since been deleted, it ignited a discussion among netizens, with some expressing their disapproval while others defended the actress and director, arguing against the need to create controversy.
The incident is seen as controversial due to the location of the display of affection, as Tirupati holds significant religious importance. In response to the visit, director Om Raut expressed his feelings of amazement and satisfaction, stating that the temple visit was a mesmerizing experience for him.
Also Chief Priest Rangarajan Chilkur of the renowned Chilkur Balaji Temple expressed his strong objections to an interaction between Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon and the director of the movie Adipurush. The encounter between the two sparked controversy and prompted the Chief Priest to voice his concerns.
The controversy comes amidst the pre-release event for the film Adipurush, where the entire team, including Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Om Raut, unveiled the final trailer, receiving an enthusiastic response from the audience.