Karthigai Deepam controversy
Rajinikanth's Image Misused in Karthigai Deepam Religious Controversy: Team Officially Denies Involvement
Dec 13, 2025 07:37 pm CST
A controversial poster featuring superstar Rajinikanth has appeared at a hunger strike in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district, falsely suggesting his support for lighting a lamp near a dargah following a court order. Rajinikanth's official team has categorically denied any involvement in the Karthigai Deepam religious dispute, which has sparked tensions between local communities, Hindu organizations, and government authorities over century-old religious traditions.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Accuses BJP of Politicizing Karthigai Deepam Religious Tradition
Dec 08, 2025 01:59 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticizes the BJP for creating political divisions over the Karthigai Deepam ritual at Thiruparukundram Murugar Temple. He defends his government's respect for spiritual practices while highlighting their development focus against what he calls "cheap politics" from opposition parties. The controversy has escalated to the Supreme Court with multiple pending legal challenges.