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Juhi Chawla Stars in Apple's Diwali Ad, Sparks Controversy
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🗓 07 Nov 2026, 04:20 AM
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Bollywood actress Juhi Chawla features in Apple's new Diwali ad, but the video has faced criticism for allegedly perpetuating stereotypes about Indians.
Apple's latest Diwali ad campaign features Bollywood star Juhi Chawla. The ad, aimed at celebrating the Indian festival of lights, has, however, sparked controversy online. Users have criticized the ad for allegedly reinforcing stereotypical portrayals of Indians. Some have pointed out the use of traditional Indian attire and cultural elements as being overly simplistic and lacking nuance. Others have expressed concern that the ad perpetuates harmful generalizations about Indian culture.