Being part of a Brahmin family entails strict adherence to food rules, leading Annapoorani’s father to avoid any room where meat is served.
After he discovers her eating chicken wings, Annapoorani is compelled into an unwanted marriage alliance.
The film “Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food” faced backlash for its portrayal of Hinduism and commentary on the caste system.
Hindu activists, particularly the Bajrang Dal group, lodged a formal complaint, citing anti-Hindu sentiments and the “Love jihad” conspiracy theory.
While India produces numerous films annually, “Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food” drew particular criticism, possibly due to lead actress Nayanthara’s involvement.
Complaints also highlighted offensive dialogue implying Lord Rama and goddess Sita consuming meat, conflicting with Hindu vegetarian beliefs.
Due to the uproar, Netflix removed the film, and the producers pledged to edit it for cultural sensitivity.
Zee Studios issued an apology, clarifying they didn’t intend to upset the audience.
