India, Aug. 27 -- Kangana Ranaut has once again addressed the controversy over Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan ad for jewellery brand GIVA. While her initial criticism centred on Kriti's outfit, the BJP MP has now clarified that the bralette was only a small part of her objection. She said her bigger concern was how the festival was portrayed, arguing that the ad did not capture the traditional elements she believes are central to Raksha Bandhan.

The controversy began after GIVA released a 36-second Raksha Bandhan ad featuring Kriti Sanon in an ivory bralette-style blouse, paired with a cape and a draped skirt. In the campaign, she is seen tying rakhi to her brother and her pet dog, with the brand trying to underline that pets are family to...