Bigg Boss OTT 2 star Manisha Rani is once again in the limelight, but this time it’s not for her on-screen antics. Her latest buzzworthy moment is an Instagram post celebrating Chhath Puja, featuring her in traditional attire with sindoor (vermillion) and a beautiful sari, complete with a nose ring and maang tikka. Her caption for the festive photos read, “Chhath Puja is the love of us Biharis. Happy Chhath to all.”
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However, her Chhath Puja photoshoot has stirred mixed reactions online. While some fans admired her beauty and sent blessings like “May Chhathi Maiya fulfill all your wishes,” others questioned her intentions. Critics focused on her use of sindoor, typically worn by married women, sparking comments like, “Are you married though?” Since Chhath Puja traditionally holds significance for married women, some commenters accused her of “mocking” the festival or lacking respect for customs.
Though it appears to be a photoshoot for Sandhya Arghya, the third day of Chhath where devotees worship the setting sun, fans and critics alike are debating whether this gesture is an authentic embrace of tradition or a publicity stunt.
Manisha, celebrated for her journey from a humble background in Bihar to fame on Bigg Boss OTT 2 and a win as a wild-card contestant on ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11’, is no stranger to attention. Yet, this Chhath Puja post has drawn some of her most intense online backlash to date, prompting fans to weigh in on her cultural expressions.
