Mumbai: Actor Varun Dhawan’s recent temple visit in Mumbai triggered a controversy online over his choice of attire.
The actor, who is currently awaiting the release of his film ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’, was captured by paparazzi wearing shorts and a vest while seeking blessings at the temple.
Soon after the photos surfaced online, several social media users criticised the actor’s attire, questioning whether it was appropriate for a place of worship.
One user wrote, “The least Varun Dhawan could do is dress appropriately for the mandir. Who goes to the temple in a chaddi and banian? This is a Fake devotion, a PR stunt to appease mass.”
Another commented, “Baniyan aur chadda phen k mandir ja rahe h 😂😂😂😂 (Who goes to temple in shorts and t-shirts)”
A third wrote, “The least you could do is dress up appropriately for the mandir.”
“Bhai yahi hum normal public jaye aise na to entry bhi nahi dete log…..aur inko kaise bhi jaye mil jaata hai (Normal public won’t even get entry in this attire),” commented another.
One remarked, “Mandir gya tha ya swiming (Was this a temple visit or he went for swimming?).”
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Meanwhile, Varun’s upcoming film ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ has landed in legal trouble after producer Vashu Bhagnani filed a ₹400-crore suit in the Bombay High Court against Tips Industries, director David Dhawan, and other parties, alleging unauthorised use of the songs ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ and ‘Ishq Sona Hai’ from the 1999 film ‘Biwi No. 1’.
Despite the ongoing dispute, the makers recently released the film’s trailer, featuring both the songs. They also unveiled the recreated version of ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ from the film.
Directed by David Dhawan and produced by Ramesh Taurani under the banner of Tips Films, with Gaurav Bose of Maximilian Films serving as co-producer, the film also stars Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde in lead roles and Maniesh Paul, Chunky Panday, Jimmy Shergill and Mouni Roy in supporting roles.
The film, which is touted to mark David Dhawan’s final directorial venture, is set to hit theatres on June 5.
