Poonam Pandey in Ramleela: Entry Sparks Uproar Among Saints and Social Media

Poonam Pandey in Ramleela: Famous actress  Poonam Pandey is once again in the headlines. This time, the reason for discussion isn't a controversial statement or photoshoot, but rather Delhi's Luv-Kush Ramleela . Reports suggest that Poonam Pandey will play Ravana's wife Mandodari in this year's Ramleela . As soon as this news broke, social media and religious organizations alike erupted, with people expressing their displeasure over the decision.

Poonam Pandey's statement (Poonam Pandey in Ramleela)

Poonam Pandey herself expressed her happiness by sharing a post on social media. She wrote that Ramlila is a celebration of our culture and tradition. I consider myself very fortunate to be a part of it. She also thanked the Ramlila Committee for giving her this opportunity. While sharing the video, she said that she is going to play the role of Mandodari and for this she will also be fasting for the entire Navratri this year. According to Poonam, she is proud that she is being a part of such a historical and cultural event. In this Ramlila, Arya Babbar, who is playing the role of Ravana, will be seen on stage with her.

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Anger of Saints

Religious organizations and saints have reacted sharply to Poonam's entry.

• National General Secretary of All India Sant Samiti, Swami Jitendrananda Saraswati, said that the Ramlila Committee should take care that no one's sentiments are hurt.

• Computer Baba protested, saying that Ramlila is a platform for dignity and devotion. He even suggested that Poonam should play Shurpanakha, not Mandodari.

• Jagatguru Balak Devacharya, the head of Patalpuri Math, has also demanded the Ramlila Committee to reconsider this decision.

trolling on social media

As soon as this news broke, social media was flooded with memes and comments. Many questioned Poonam Pandey's image and said that this platform was not right for her. Some users jokingly wrote, "Now even Ramleela will become bold."

Ramlila Committee's defense

After the controversy escalated, Ramlila Committee Chairman Arjun Kumar came forward. He said that actors should be seen only as actors. The decision to cast Poonam Pandey as Mandodari was a well-considered one. Arjun Kumar also said that working in Ramlila brings about a transformation in the lives of actors. Poonam was given this opportunity so that she could experience a spiritual transformation and move on from her past controversial work.

FAQ: Poonam Pandey and Luv-Kush Ramleela controversy

Q1. Which character is Poonam Pandey playing in the Luv-Kush Ramlila? Poonam Pandey will play Mandodari
, Ravana's wife, in this year's Ramlila .

Q2. Who is starring opposite Poonam Pandey? Arya Babbar will play Ravana on stage
alongside Poonam .

Q3. Why have saints and sages protested?
They say Poonam Pandey's image is not suitable for the Ramlila stage and could hurt people's religious sentiments.

Q4. What does the Ramlila Committee have to say about this controversy?
The committee says that artists should be seen as artists. They also believe that working on this stage will bring about a spiritual change in Poonam's life.

Q5. What has been the reaction on social media?
Many people on social media are mocking and trolling Poonam's entry, while some are calling it a "breach of decorum."

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