Sara Ali Khan faced criticism from Islamic cleric Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi for visiting Kedarnath Temple and offering prayers.
Fatwa issued against Sara Ali Khan
The cleric issued a fatwa against Sara Ali Khan, calling worship in another religion 'haram' under Sharia and urging her to repent.
The cleric said in the video, "Several youngsters have asked me whether Sara’s act of worshipping at Kedarnath is permissible under Sharia. I want to make it clear that such acts are not permissible."
Sara has faced similar criticism from religious figures for her Kedarnath visits before. The latest controversy involves a fatwa, a religious ruling on Islamic law issued by a qualified scholar.
Sara Ali Khan is the daughter of actors Amrita Singh and Saif Ali Khan. The actress has been visiting Kedarnath for the past four years. Her debut film, Kedarnath, co-starring the late Sushant Singh Rajput, also faced opposition from right-wing groups in Uttarakhand.
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Meanwhile, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) requires non-Hindu visitors to submit an affidavit before offering prayers at the shrines.
BKTC CEO Sohan Singh Rangar confirmed to News18 that Sara’s team had submitted the required affidavit before her visit.
FAQs
Why does Sara Ali Khan visit Kedarnath?
Her connection began during the 2017–2018 filming of her debut movie Kedarnath and she has continued to return almost every year for personal spiritual reflection and darshan.
What are the rules regarding her visit to Kedarnath and Badrinath?
The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) stated that non-Hindu visitors or individuals from non-Sanatani backgrounds may need to submit a written affidavit affirming their faith in Sanatan Dharma to offer prayers at the shrines.