Kriti Sanon’s latest festive appearance has triggered a debate on social media after the actor featured in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement wearing a contemporary outfit.

In the advertisement, Kriti Sanon is seen in an off-white bralette-style blouse paired with a cape and a draped skirt. While the actor has previously experimented with contemporary interpretations of traditional fashion, some social media users criticised her look in the festive campaign.

The criticism was directed particularly at the choice of outfit for a Raksha Bandhan-themed advertisement, with several users questioning whether the look was appropriate for the occasion.

Advertisement’s pet dog sequence also draws reactions

The concept of the advertisement also became a point of discussion online. In the campaign, Kriti is seen tying a traditional rakhi on a dog after the pet barks at her.

The advertisement presents the ritual as a way of including the pet in the family’s Raksha Bandhan celebrations. However, several social media users questioned the decision to include the dog in the festive ritual.

Some commenters accused the brand of making a mockery of Indian festivals, while others said they disagreed with the overall concept of the advertisement.

Social media users criticise Kriti Sanon’s festive look

Kriti Sanon’s outfit became one of the main talking points among those criticising the advertisement. Some users described the outfit as inappropriate for a Raksha Bandhan campaign.

One social media user wrote that Kriti was tying rakhi in a “bra kinda attire” and questioned the use of such an outfit during the festival.

Another commenter compared the treatment of Raksha Bandhan with other festivals and criticised the advertisement’s presentation of the celebration.

Other reactions focused on traditional elements associated with Raksha Bandhan. One user questioned the absence of a puja thali and tilak while also criticising Kriti’s outfit.

A separate comment objected to the inclusion of the dog, arguing that the campaign was not representative of the traditional spirit of Raksha Bandhan.

These comments reflect the views of individual social media users and do not establish a broader consensus about the advertisement.

Kriti Sanon yet to respond to criticism

The Raksha Bandhan advertisement continues to receive mixed reactions on social media. While some users have criticised the actor’s outfit and the campaign’s concept, Kriti Sanon is yet to respond to the criticism.

The debate comes as brands increasingly use contemporary interpretations of traditional festivals in advertising, with the campaign’s presentation becoming a subject of discussion among social media users.

Emraan Hashmi’s Awarapan 2 continues its strong run at the box office. The sequel to the 2007 film Awarapan added Rs 6.75 crore to its India net collection on Day 6, taking its total domestic net earnings to Rs 107.50 crore.

According to the figures cited in the report, the film recorded the Day 6 collection across 11,071 shows. With its latest earnings, Awarapan 2 has maintained its momentum after crossing the Rs 100 crore mark in five days.

Awarapan 2 box office collection day 6

Awarapan 2 earned Rs 6.75 crore net in India on its sixth day. Its India gross collection has reached Rs 128.29 crore, while the net collection stands at Rs 107.50 crore.

The film also recorded Rs 1.50 crore from overseas markets on Day 6. Its overseas gross collection now stands at Rs 25.30 crore.

Combining its India and overseas earnings, Awarapan 2’s worldwide gross collection has reached Rs 153.59 crore.

Awarapan 2 box office collection: Day-wise breakdown

The film opened with Rs 22 crore across 9,033 shows on its first day. It then witnessed a rise over the weekend, earning Rs 33.75 crore on Saturday and Rs 26 crore on Sunday.

On Monday, the film collected Rs 9.25 crore and continued to hold its ground at the box office. Its Day 6 collection stood at Rs 6.75 crore.

The reported India net collections are:

• Day 1: Rs 22 crore
• Saturday: Rs 33.75 crore
• Sunday: Rs 26 crore
• Monday: Rs 9.25 crore
• Day 6: Rs 6.75 crore
• Total: Rs 107.50 crore

Awarapan 2 surpasses Awarapan and Emraan Hashmi’s other films

Awarapan 2 crossed the lifetime India net collection of the 2007 film Awarapan on its opening day. The original film had earned Rs 7.75 crore over its lifetime.

The sequel also moved past the final collections of several of Emraan Hashmi’s films by Saturday. These included Haq, which collected Rs 20 crore, Raaz 2 with Rs 25.50 crore, Ek Thi Daayan with Rs 26 crore and Jannat with Rs 30 crore.

Awarapan 2 leads Independence Day box office race

The film also emerged as the top performer in the Independence Day box office race mentioned in the report. Awarapan 2 collected Rs 40.50 crore, ahead of Tamil Vishwanath & Sons at Rs 26 crore and Batwara 1947 at Rs 16.20 crore.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day collected Rs 12 crore, while the DC movie recorded Rs 6.30 crore.

Awarapan 2 box office: Key figures

• Day 6 India net: Rs 6.75 crore
• India net total: Rs 107.50 crore
• India gross total: Rs 128.29 crore
• Overseas gross total: Rs 25.30 crore
• Worldwide gross: Rs 153.59 crore
• Day 6 shows: 11,071

Veteran actor Usha Nadkarni, known for her memorable performances in Marathi and Hindi films, television and theatre, has opened up about the personal struggles that shaped her life. From surviving an abusive childhood to living alone for decades and balancing motherhood with a demanding acting career, the 80-year-old actor shared intimate details of her journey in recent and past interviews.

Despite the hardships, Nadkarni says she continues to work and live independently in Mumbai while embracing the life she has built over nearly seven decades in the entertainment industry.

Usha Nadkarni says she has lived alone since 1987

Speaking in a recent interview with Rajshri Marathi, Nadkarni revealed that she has been living alone since 1987. With her son now settled overseas and her siblings no longer alive, she has gradually become comfortable with solitude.

She recalled that she initially feared staying alone and would ask the building’s security guard to accompany her to her apartment. Over time, however, those fears disappeared.

The veteran actor also spoke candidly about ageing and mortality, saying she occasionally thinks about death because she lives alone but does not fear it. She added that she believes death comes differently for everyone and has accepted that reality.

Her son was raised by her mother during her busiest years

Nadkarni also reflected on her personal life, sharing that she separated from her husband many years ago. She said there is no bitterness between them and that she has maintained cordial relations with his family over the years.

She explained that her son spent much of his childhood with her mother while she remained occupied with Marathi theatre and acting commitments. In an earlier interview, she had revealed that he also stayed at her brother’s house because it offered more space.

Looking back, Nadkarni shared that her son still tells her she only gave birth to him and that his real mother was actually his grandmother, who raised him during those formative years.

Actor recalls growing up with a violent father

Nadkarni has also spoken publicly about the difficult environment in which she grew up. She described her father, an Air Force officer, as a man with a violent temper whose anger often left the family frightened.

According to the actor, even minor household matters, such as an untidy newspaper or improperly arranged schoolbooks, could trigger angry outbursts.

She also recounted an incident in which she tried to protect her brother from being beaten and was injured on her arm after her father attacked her with a curved farming blade. Despite the injury, she went ahead with a stage performance the following day.

Family opposed her dream of becoming an actor

The actor said her passion for acting began in childhood, but pursuing that ambition was far from easy.

She recalled first confiding in her mother, hoping for support, but instead faced strong opposition. According to Nadkarni, her mother threw her belongings out of the house, forcing her to stay with a friend for nearly a week before eventually returning home.

Reflecting on those years, she said societal opinions did not stop her from following her dream. Nadkarni noted that she first performed on stage while studying in the fourth standard and continues acting even at the age of 80.

Career built on determination

Over nearly 70 years, Usha Nadkarni has established herself as one of the most respected actors in Marathi and Hindi entertainment.

She has previously acknowledged that there were periods when she accepted projects primarily for financial reasons, even when she felt she was not receiving the professional respect she deserved. Despite those challenges, she has continued to remain active in films, television and theatre, building a career defined by perseverance and resilience.