Prajakta Gaikwad's Nandi Entry Trolled; Onscreen Father Slams Critics

• Actress Prajakta Gaikwad's wedding entry on a Nandi, featuring a Shiva-Ganesha presentation, drew criticism and trolling for alleged religious insensitivity.
• Her onscreen father, Anand Pimpalkar, defended the act, asserting it is scripturally sound and not an insult to deities.
• Pimpalkar explained that during marriage, the couple embodies Vishnu and Lakshmi, and Nandi symbolizes 'dharma' (religion), making the entry auspicious.
• He cited Puranas where Lord Shankar and Ganas attended Lakshmi Narayan's wedding, supporting the Shiva-like presentation as a re-enactment of ancient tradition.

Why It Matters: It highlights cultural interpretations and online backlash over religious symbolism.