Kantara: Chapter 1 is currently ruling the box office, crossing ₹200 crore in its extended opening weekend. Fans across India are celebrating the film’s success like a festival. However, a viral video from Tamil Nadu has drawn backlash for allegedly disrespecting sacred cultural traditions.
Fan Enters Theatre Dressed as ‘Daiva’
During a screening in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, a man appeared in the theatre wearing a Daiva costume — a divine form depicted in Kantara. After the movie ended, he made a dramatic entry, beating drums and moving around the hall. Despite security trying to stop him, the man continued to perform, leaving the audience stunned.
Soon after, videos of the incident went viral on social media. Many viewers expressed anger, saying the act was deeply disrespectful to their beliefs. Several users pointed out that the Daiva form is not a mere costume but a sacred representation that can only be assumed by those who follow years of spiritual rituals and discipline.
Public Reaction: “It’s an Insult to Our Culture”
Social media users strongly condemned the act. One commented, “Only those from specific communities who observe strict rituals can take the Daiva form. This is not cosplay; it’s faith.”
Another wrote, “This isn’t devotion — it’s mockery of our culture. Such acts shouldn’t be encouraged in public.”
While dressing up as film characters is common among fans, many felt this incident crossed a line by imitating a sacred religious symbol rather than a fictional character.
