The backlash primarily stems from Sonakshi, a Hindu, marrying Zaheer, a Muslim. Amid speculations of familial discord, Shatrughan Sinha dispelled rumours by attending the wedding, although his sons, Luv and Kush Sinha, were notably absent.

Mumbai police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the movie "Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food," starring Nayanthara, over alleged promotion of 'Love Jihad.'