Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani starer Laxmii have once again triggered controversy. #Boycott Laxmii started trending earlier today with netizens slamming it for hurting the sentiments of Hindus. Many believe that this flick based on the life of transgenders also promotes love jihad.
The Twitter users also wanted to know why the producers have named it Laxmii when there is no connection between the movie's storyline and the Indian goddess. A user said, "However, it is clear from the official trailer of the film that there is not even a remote connection between the film and the importance of Shri Lakshmi Devi."
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After the brutal killing of Nikita Tomar last month, the enrage against love jihad has escalated further. A few social media users believe that Akshay Kumar's Laxmii also in some way encourages love jihad. A user wrote, "Neither #LaxmmiBomb is accepted! Nor Goddess "#Laxmmi" name is acceptable!! Ban this movie #Ban_Laxmmi_Movie the movie which hurts the religious sentiments of Hindus & encourages #lovejihaad !"
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Many more tweets indicate that netizens are not happy with just a change in the name of the movie.
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Ardent Hindus are strongly opposing the release of Laxmii. They believe that Bollywood is biased against their religion. A user asked, "Will those making a film called #Laxmii’ dare to produce a film in the name of #Allah or Paigambar’ on the occasion of #Eid or a comedy film in the name of #Jesus on the occasion of #Christmas? Will the #CBFC approve such a name?"
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A few users have already started a signature campaign against the movie.
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Although the majority of Hindus seem to be against the movie, there are many Akshay Kumar supporters who are loving Akki's Laxmi avatar. The recently released Bam Bholle song of the superstar from the movie received an overwhelming response.
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The Shabinaa Khan and Tusshar Kapoor produced movie is a remake of Tamil super hit flick Kanchana 2. Laxmii will release on Disney Plus Hotstar on 9 November.
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