Mumbai, Aug. 25 -- Actor Kriti Sanon has finally reacted to the ongoing debate over an ad for Rakshabandhan in which she appeared in an ivory lehenga featuring a deep-neck blouse and a cape.

While many admired the look, some called it 'inappropriate' and even questioned the outfit in the name of culture and traditions.

Addressing the criticism head-on, Kriti questioned why a woman's clothing continues to be treated as a measure of her respect for culture.

Sharing her thoughts on social media, the 'Mimi' actor wrote on Tuesday, "The essence of festivals is not in the clothes you wear, it is in the emotions and meaning you hold for the traditions. Rakshabandhan is a bond of protection. My sister and I tie rakhi to each other. We know we ...