Actor Varun Dhawan has faced backlash on social media for visiting a Mumbai temple wearing a sleeveless vest and shorts, with critics calling it “fake devotion” and inappropriate attire for a sacred place.
In the clips circulating online, Varun can be seen leaving the temple premises with a tilak on his forehead, dressed in a sleeveless vest and shorts, briefly acknowledging paparazzi before heading out. His outfit quickly became a talking point, with several social media users arguing he should have chosen more traditional or modest clothing for a religious place.
One user wrote, “The least Varun Dhawan could do is dress appropriately for the mandir. This is a fake devotion, a PR stunt to appease the masses.” Another added, “This is atrocious! How can Varun Dhawan be allowed to visit a temple in these clothes? Just because he is a celebrity, can he be allowed to violate the sanctity of a temple? Which temple allows devotees in sleeveless shirts and shorts?”
Someone else asked, “Did Varun Dhawan think the temple was a gym that he went to dressed in workout clothes?”
Temple etiquette across India traditionally requires devotees to wear modest, clean clothing that shows respect for the sacred space. Many temples enforce dress codes, prohibiting shorts, vests, and revealing attire.
While the discussion around his temple appearance continues online, Varun Dhawan is busy preparing for the release of his upcoming comedy entertainer “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,” directed by David Dhawan, starring Pooja Hegde, Mrunal Thakur, and Maniesh Paul.
Celebrities should lead by example and respect temple dress codes that show reverence for Hindu sacred spaces.
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