Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Diwali photographs have triggered a legal controversy after objections were raised over a royal pendant seen in her festive look. Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson Abbas Hafeez has sent a legal notice to the actor and stylist Rhea Kapoor, alleging that the accessory hurt religious sentiments because it carried a Quranic verse.
The pictures, shared around Diwali, showed Kareena in a traditional silver ensemble styled with heritage jewellery from the Bhopal royal family. The debate began after social media users pointed out that the emerald pendant worn by the actor was reportedly engraved with Ayat-ul-Kursi, a revered verse from the Quran.
Why Kareena Kapoor’s Diwali look sparked objections
According to reports, Hafeez has demanded that the concerned photographs be removed from social media. He has also sought an unconditional public apology from both Kareena and Rhea. His objection is that a sacred Islamic verse should not be used as a fashion accessory or styled as part of a festive appearance.
Hafeez has said he is acting in his personal capacity as a Muslim, and that the Congress party is not connected with the notice. He has also warned that if the photographs are not taken down and an apology is not issued, he may approach the police or court for further action.
The pendant has drawn attention because of its royal provenance. The emerald is said to be part of heirloom jewellery linked to the Bhopal royal family, connected to Saif Ali Khan’s maternal lineage. Saif’s grandmother, Sajida Sultan, was the daughter of the last ruling Nawab of Bhopal.
What was Kareena wearing in the Diwali photos?
Rhea Kapoor had shared the festive look, describing Kareena’s outfit as a pure silver kaftan with a matching turban by designer Punit Balana. The actor also wore a 200-year-old kalgi associated with the Nawab of Bhopal and a 30-carat emerald necklace linked to the Begum of Bhopal.
The controversy has since moved beyond fashion discussion and into questions of religious sensitivity, heritage jewellery and public display of sacred inscriptions. Social media reactions remain divided, with some criticising the styling choice and others pointing to the historical and familial context of the ornament.
Neither Kareena Kapoor Khan nor Rhea Kapoor has issued an official statement on the matter so far. The issue now depends on whether the actor or stylist responds publicly, removes the posts, or contests the objections raised in the legal notice.