Mumbai, India – Actress Nayanthara achieves a significant milestone with her latest film, “Annapoorani,” which marks her 75th project. Directed by Nilesh Krishnaa, the movie features Nayanthara, Jai, and Sathyaraj in leading roles and hit theaters on December 1, 2023. Unfortunately, the film received a lukewarm response from audiences, generating a box office gross of Rs 5 crore.
Recent reports reveal that a complaint has been lodged at the LT Marg Police Station in Mumbai, accusing the film of promoting “Love Jihad.” Additionally, the complaint states that one of the movie’s scenes misrepresents religious beliefs by having actor Jai claim that Lord Ram was a meat eater, deeply offending religious sentiments.
Titled “Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food,” the film encountered controversy following its digital premiere on the OTT platform Netflix. The Hindu IT Cell filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police, alleging that the movie distorted Valmiki’s Ramayana and criticized Lord Ram. The storyline revolves around a young girl who aspires to become a chef but faces numerous challenges due to being the daughter of a Hindu temple pujari. The controversy ignited when a scene depicted her performing the Islamic prayer Namaz and wearing a headscarf before a cooking competition. Nayanthara’s character states that her friend claimed her Biryani tasted exceptional when she performed Namaz before cooking, leading her to attempt the same practice during the competition. The portrayal of this scene sparked outrage as it was deemed disrespectful to religious sentiments.
The complaint further adds fuel to the fire, accusing the film of hurting religious sentiments and misrepresenting beliefs. However, it is important to note that these allegations have not been substantiated, and the controversy continues to stir debate among different communities.
In conclusion, Nayanthara’s 75th film, “Annapoorani,” has garnered attention for all the wrong reasons. It faces backlash for allegedly promoting “Love Jihad” and for a scene that has been deemed offensive to religious beliefs. Authorities are now tasked with investigating the complaints and assessing the validity of the accusations made against the film.