Recently, Sonakshi Sinha went to Nepal to perform at a charity event organised by the Nepal Army Wives Association, in aid of quake victims. According to reports, she drew flak from the local media after a senior army general received her at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Sonakshi had tweeted that she was "overwhelmed by the welcome given to me by Nepal!" At the event, she performed to her hit tracks such as Saree Ke Fall Sa. Interestingly, Malaika Arora was also present at the event.
The report said that due to the backlash, the Nepal Prime Minister's office has now demanded an explanation from the Defence Ministry about the reception extended to Sonakshi.
A source was quoted saying, "Since Bollywood stars are a huge draw in Nepal, elaborate security measures were in place for Sonakshi. She flew there following a special invitation from the Army Wives Association, so it was understood that their husbands would be present to receive her. Sonakshi has earlier performed at several events organised either by or for law enforcers where a lot of them are in uniform, but there was no controversy."
While the Nepal army's Directorate of Public Relations issued a statement saying, "The Nepal Army Wives Association organised the fundraiser with an aim to support the earthquake victims. Nepal Army, in coordination with other security agencies, extended help for the security of the performers and the audience. It's obvious that army personnel are in uniform while executing their duty at assigned places." More Info
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