Mathura Priests Force Sunny Leone Event Cancellation Over 'Obscenity' Claims

• Priests and Sadhus in Mathura strongly opposed Sunny Leone's New Year event, citing 'obscenity' concerns.
• A video showed a priest threatening 'strictest possible action' against organizers if the event proceeded.
• Religious groups argued such events were unsuitable for a sacred city like Mathura and hurt sentiments.
• The New Year program, a DJ performance at a private hotel, was scheduled for January 1, 2026.
• Hotel owner Mitul Pathak cancelled the event, stating respect for social and religious sentiments.

Why It Matters: Sunny Leone's Mathura New Year event cancelled after strong opposition from religious groups.