Kangana Ranaut Shares Throwback Photo as Sita, Sends ‘Aashirvad’ to ‘All Liberals’ Amid Ramayana Buzz
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut shared a childhood photograph of herself dressed as Goddess Sita during a school performance, accompanied by a message offering her "aashirvad" (blessings) to "all liberals." The post, shared amid the buzz surrounding the Ramayana trailer, quickly went viral and sparked mixed reactions on social media.
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Jyoti Mukherjee
Kangana Ranaut Shares Throwback Photo as Sita, Sends ‘Aashirvad’ to ‘All Liberals’ Amid Ramayana Buzz
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has once again found herself at the centre of social media conversations after sharing a nostalgic childhood photograph in which she is dressed as Goddess Sita during a school performance.
Posting the image on social media, Kangana accompanied it with a tongue-in-cheek message, saying she was sending her "aashirvad" (blessings) to "all liberals." The post quickly gained traction online, drawing both praise and criticism from users.
The timing of the post also coincides with widespread discussions surrounding the recently released trailer of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi.
Throwback Photo Goes Viral
The black-and-white throwback photograph shows a young Kangana dressed as Sita, complete with traditional attire and accessories for a school play.
Sharing the image, the actor-politician reflected on her childhood while adding a political jibe that immediately caught the attention of social media users.
Within hours, the post was widely shared across platforms, with supporters praising her sense of humour while critics questioned the political undertones of the message.
Social Media Reacts
As with many of Kangana Ranaut's posts, reactions were sharply divided.
Supporters applauded the actor for sharing a nostalgic memory and appreciated her caption, calling it witty and entertaining.
Others, however, criticised the reference to "liberals," arguing that the post unnecessarily mixed nostalgia with political commentary.
The debate soon became a trending topic, with users discussing both the childhood photograph and the accompanying caption.
Post Comes Amid Ramayana Discussions
Kangana's post arrived at a time when social media is abuzz with conversations about the upcoming Ramayana adaptation.
The trailer has generated widespread interest, with audiences debating the performances of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita.
Many users linked Kangana's throwback image to the renewed public interest in the epic and its iconic characters.
Known for Candid Social Media Presence
Kangana Ranaut frequently uses social media to share personal memories, political opinions and views on current affairs.
Whether discussing films, national issues or her own career, her posts often spark intense debate and generate widespread engagement online.
Her latest throwback has once again highlighted her ability to dominate online conversations with a single post.
A Familiar Social Media Trend
The post serves as another example of how celebrity nostalgia, particularly when combined with political commentary, can quickly capture public attention.
While opinions remain divided, Kangana's childhood photograph has become one of the latest viral moments on social media, adding another chapter to the ongoing discussions surrounding both politics and popular culture.
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