Indian television actress Ankita Lokhande faced online trolling after she was seen wearing a hijab during a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. The actress, known for her role in the TV show 'Pavitra Rishta', was in the UAE for a vacation.
Photos and videos of Lokhande in a black abaya and hijab circulated on social media, with some users criticizing her for 'promoting Islam' or 'appeasing Muslims'. However, many others defended her, noting that the mosque requires all female visitors to cover their heads as a sign of respect.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the world's largest mosques, enforces a strict dress code for all visitors, including women covering their hair and wearing loose-fitting clothing. This policy applies to all women, regardless of religion.
Lokhande has not publicly commented on the trolling. The incident highlights the ongoing debate about cultural sensitivity and religious attire in India, where similar controversies have occurred in the past.
