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Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food, which was directed by Nilesh Krishnaa and starring Nayanthara, was released in theatres on December 1 and began streaming on Netflix on December 29. Now, days after its release on the platform, Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' was taken down from Netflix post legal trouble and social media backlash.
Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' taken down from Netflix
Sharing the complaint filed, Ramesh Solanki wrote on 'X', "At a time when the whole world is rejoicing in anticipation of the Pran Pratishtha of Bhagwan Shri Ram Mandir, this anti-Hindu film Annapoorani has been released on Netflix, produced by Zee Studios, Naad Studios, and Trident Arts." He urged the Mumbai police to register an FIR for "hurting religious sentiments."
He also detailed the scenes that offended him, saying, "A daughter of Hindu Poojari, offers Namaz to cook Biryani. Love Jihad is promoted in this Film. Farhan (Actor) persuades the actress to eat meat saying that Bhagwan Shri Ram was also a meat eater." The complaint was filed against Nayanthara, Jai, Nilesh Krishna, producers Jatin Sethi, R Ravindran, Punit Goenka, Zee Studios Chief Business Officer Shariq Patel and head of Netflix India, Monika Shergill.
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Right after, Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' was taken down from Netflix on January 10. Zee Studios also issued an apology to Vishwa Hindu Parishad, stating, "We have no intentions as co-producers of the film to hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus and Brahmins community and would like to hereby apologise for the inconvenience caused and hurt caused to the sentiments of the respective communities. (sic)"
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Nayanthara completes 20 years in the movie business
Actor Nayanthara who is referred to as 'Lady Superstar' is among the biggest stars of the country. The actress has completed 20 years in the movie business and continues to be among the leading ladies of the country. The actress who primarily works in Tamil cinema has also worked in multiple Indian language films. As actor Nayanthara completes 20 years in the film industry, she took to Instagram to pen a heartfelt note to her fans.
"You have been the reason why I still stand here after 20 years. You have been the heartbeat of my career, my driving force & the reason why I got up every time I was knocked down. Without you, this journey is incomplete. To all my fans near and far- you are special. "
"You are the magic that transforms each project into more than just a film. As I celebrate this milestone, it's YOU I'm celebrating- the incredible, supportive, and inspiring force that has shaped these two decades in cinema," she added.
