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Giva Jewellery Withdraws Kriti Sanon Rakhi Ad Following Backlash

Giva Jewellery Withdraws Kriti Sanon Rakhi Ad Following Backlash

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THE BRIEF
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Jewellery brand Giva withdrew its Rakshabandhan advertisement featuring actor Kriti Sanon after facing public criticism regarding the actor's outfit and the inclusion of a pet dog.

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The controversy intensified after BJP MP Kangana Ranaut labeled the ad 'intentionally creepy' on social media, sparking a wider debate about cultural sensitivity and women's clothing choices.

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Despite receiving support from Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and defending her own sartorial choices, Sanon saw the brand pull the campaign from all media platforms on Wednesday.