Ankita Lokhande, Nia Sharma and Arjun Bijlani's wife face criticism for turning their backs to Bappa's idol

A video of TV actors Nia Sharma, Ankita Lokhande, Arjun Bijlani's wife Neha Swami, and other celebrities chanting Ganpati Bappa Morya during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations has gone viral, sparking controversy. The criticism centers around the actors having their backs turned to the idol of Lord Ganesha while performing the chant, which many netizens found disrespectful. Some people took to social media to express their disappointment, while others defended the actors, saying they might not have realized the significance of facing the idol during prayers.

A recent video featuring celebrities like Nia Sharma and Lauren Gottlieb chanting Ganpati Bappa Morya with their backs to the Ganesha idol has sparked controversy online. Some internet users took offense, feeling that the actors showed disrespect to the deity.

One user commented, "Reel banane ka koi mauka mat chooko! Shayad isi viral video ka yahi sandesh hai. Pooja ke dauraan Bhagwan ki taraf peeth nahi karni chahiye. Mauke ka pura fayda uthana zaroori hai, bas yahi dikh raha hai!!"

Another user wrote, "90% log sirf mauj lene, dikhaave hetu tyohaar manaate hai!! Chaahe jis bhi dharam athva samudaay ke ho!! Mera aise logon se nivedan hai ki paap mat paale! Anyatha jab marne lagenge to bhi Bhagwan ko hie dosh denge!! Saatvik bane!! Sadachari bane! Nirlajjata phailaana band kare!! (sic)."

Yet another posted on X, "Ye Bhagwan ki pooja nahin uska majaak bana rahe hai mobile par reel banaane ki pagal panti ne desh ko barbaad kar diya gaya hai..Koi bhi jagah ho kahi bhi ho pooja ho ya shok sabha sab jagah reel banaane ki is pagalpan ne logon ko paagal bana diya hai.. (sic)."

Arjun Bijlani shared a heartwarming video of the Ganpati Visarjan on Instagram, showcasing the grand celebrations at his home. He wrote, "These 3 days with Bappa just flew in a blink Every moment was pure joy with family, friends, laughter, music & so much love Our home feels extra blessed with everyone who came to seek Bappa's blessings We are so thankful & grateful Ganpati Bappa Morya pudhchya varshi laukar ya, because we already miss you. With love, Arjun, Neha & Ayaan!"